Old Fashioned Baked Custard
Indulge in the creamy, nostalgic comfort of Old Fashioned Baked Custard, a timeless dessert that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. This classic recipe combines simple pantry staples—whole milk, eggs, sugar, and fragrant vanilla—with the warm spice of nutmeg, creating a velvety smooth custard that’s gently baked to perfection. By using a water bath, this technique ensures a luxuriously silky texture in every spoonful. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time, it’s the ultimate make-ahead treat, perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights in. Serve this baked custard chilled and sprinkle it with a hint of nutmeg for a truly old-fashioned touch that’s sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Whole milk
- 4 pieces 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 milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and nutmeg until well combined.
Slowly and gradually pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into another bowl to ensure a smooth texture.
Pour the custard mixture evenly into six 6-ounce ramekins or custard cups.
Place the ramekins in a large baking dish, and carefully pour hot water into the dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggles slightly in the center when gently shaken.
Carefully remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool for about 30 minutes. Then refrigerate until fully chilled, at least 2 hours.
Serve chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of additional nutmeg if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 861 mg | 287% | |
| Sodium | 1242 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.0 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.5 g | ||
| Protein | 56.0 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.7 mcg | 74% | |
| Calcium | 1314 mg | 101% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1751 mg | 37% | |
*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.
