Low Fat Classic Egg Custard
Indulge in the velvety smoothness of this *Low Fat Classic Egg Custard*—a lighter take on the timeless dessert that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Crafted with wholesome skim milk and just a touch of granulated sugar, this custard delivers rich, creamy comfort with a fraction of the calories. A gentle infusion of pure vanilla essence and a sprinkle of fragrant nutmeg elevate the dish to gourmet heights, while the traditional water bath baking technique guarantees a perfectly silky texture. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a simple ingredient list, this healthier dessert is as effortless as it is satisfying. Serve it warm for cozy indulgence or chilled for a refreshing treat. Perfect for anyone seeking a guilt-free dessert that feels luxuriously classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups skim milk
- 3 units large eggs
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a medium saucepan, heat the skim milk over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling. You should see steam beginning to rise. Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
While the milk is heating, in a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the hot milk to the egg mixture in a slow, steady stream, whisking continuously to avoid the eggs from cooking.
Once fully mixed, pour the custard mixture into a 9-inch glass pie dish or six 6-ounce ramekins.
Place the pie dish or ramekins in a larger baking pan. Create a water bath by carefully pouring hot water into the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the pie dish or ramekins.
Sprinkle the custard surface with nutmeg.
Carefully transfer the baking pan to the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the custard is set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the custard from the oven and take the pie dish or ramekins out of the water bath. Let the custard cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
Serve warm, or after allowing it to chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Enjoy your delicious low-fat egg custard!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.8 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 580 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 1101 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.8 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.5 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.1 mcg | 55% | |
| Calcium | 1052 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1440 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
