Best 3 Stove Top Custard Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with a delightful culinary journey into the world of stove-top custard. This classic dessert, revered for its velvety texture and rich flavor, takes center stage in our curated collection of recipes. Embark on a delectable adventure as we explore variations that cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences. From the timeless vanilla custard, a symphony of creamy simplicity, to the luscious chocolate custard, a decadent symphony of flavors, each recipe promises a unique gustatory experience. For those seeking a healthier indulgence, the low-carb custard offers a guilt-free pleasure, while the crème brûlée custard captivates with its caramelized sugar topping, a textural delight that elevates the classic custard to an extraordinary confection. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, our stove-top custard recipes provide a comprehensive guide, ensuring success with every spoonful.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE CUSTARD



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This is my own alteration of a few different recipes. Not too rich or too sweet as many egg custards can be. Can be served warm immediately or cold.

Provided by chloea

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon butter
4 eggs
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Cook and stir milk, vanilla extract, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Remove mixture from heat before it comes to a boil.
  • Whisk eggs, sugar, and cornstarch together in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
  • Set saucepan back over low heat. Pour in egg mixture slowly, whisking constantly, until custard thickens enough to coat the bottom of a spoon, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 106.5 mg, Fat 7 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 87.8 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

BAKED CUSTARD



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Enjoy this smooth and creamy custard that's baked to perfection. Perfect dessert to treat your family!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large eggs, slightly beaten
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Dash of salt
2 1/2 cups very warm milk (120°F to 130°F)
Ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs, sugar, vanilla and salt with wire whisk or fork. Gradually stir in milk. Pour into six 6-ounce custard cups. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  • Place cups in 13x9-inch pan on oven rack. Pour very hot water into pan to within 1/2 inch of tops of cups (see box, below).
  • Bake about 45 minutes or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean. Remove cups from water. Cool about 30 minutes. Unmold and serve warm, or refrigerate and unmold before serving. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

STOVE TOP CUSTARD



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Very easy to make

Provided by SHARON DENNIS @mutmouse

Categories     Puddings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 - eggs
2 cup(s) milk
1/2 cup(s) sugar
1 pinch(es) salt
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract

Steps:

  • mix all together, pour into custard cups. sprinkle with nutmeg & cinnamon on top.
  • put custard cups in deep frying pan on stove top. fill 3/4 up sides of cups with water.
  • turn on high, when water comes to boil, turn off. put tight fitting lid on pan, let set till cool Done

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your custard.
  • Make sure your milk and cream are cold before you start cooking. This will help to prevent the custard from curdling.
  • Whisk the eggs and sugar together until they are light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the custard, making it smooth and creamy.
  • Cook the custard over low heat, stirring constantly. This will help to prevent the custard from curdling or scorching.
  • Remove the custard from the heat as soon as it has thickened. If you overcook it, it will become grainy.
  • Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
  • Serve the custard warm or cold, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

Stove-top custard is a classic dessert that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and creamy custard that is perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give stove-top custard a try!

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