Old Fashion Egg Custard
Indulge in the velvety simplicity of Old Fashioned Egg Custard, a classic dessert that combines rich, wholesome ingredients with timeless cooking techniques. This traditional recipe uses just six pantry staples—eggs, sugar, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt—to create a perfectly smooth and creamy custard with a delicate sweetness and a hint of warm spice. Baked gently in a water bath, this dessert achieves its signature silky texture while maintaining an old-fashioned charm that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare in just 10 minutes, with a hands-off baking time of 45 minutes, this versatile custard can be served warm for a cozy treat or chilled for a refreshing finish to your meal. Sprinkle a touch of nutmeg on top for an irresistible aroma and a classic touch to every bite. Perfect for nostalgic family dinners or casual entertaining, Old Fashioned Egg Custard is a true culinary gem.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
Gradually add the sugar to the eggs, whisking until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until it is just starting to steam but not boiling.
Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg and sugar mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Stir in the vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and salt until evenly distributed.
Pour the custard mixture into six ramekins or one larger baking dish.
Place the ramekins or baking dish into a larger baking pan. Carefully pour hot water into the baking pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins or dish. This water bath helps the custard cook evenly.
Carefully transfer the baking pan to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggles in the center when shaken.
Remove the baking pan from the oven and allow the custard to cool in the water bath for 10 minutes.
Take the ramekins or baking dish out of the water bath and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy with a sprinkle of additional nutmeg, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.9 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 1082 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.8 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.3 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.1 mcg | 56% | |
| Calcium | 986 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1316 mg | 28% | |
*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.
