Old Time Egg Custard

Old Time Egg Custard
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    45

Indulge in the timeless comfort of this classic egg custard, a silky smooth dessert that evokes the warmth and simplicity of bygone days. Perfect on its own, or as a versatile base for tarts and pies, this recipe is a delightful journey into culinary nostalgia.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    36 g
  • Cholesterol
    117 mg
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    133 mg
  • Sugar
    36 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, whisk together the beaten eggs and sugar until well combined. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Gradually pour in the whole milk, whisking continuously to ensure a smooth and homogenous mixture. Stir in the vanilla extract. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 35 mins Place the pot over low heat and cook, stirring constantly at first, then occasionally, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon. This should take approximately 30-40 minutes. Be patient and avoid high heat to prevent curdling.

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04 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Once thickened, remove from heat and pour the custard into a serving dish or individual ramekins. Allow to cool to room temperature.

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Recipe View 2 hrs Cover the custard with plastic wrap, pressing it gently onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the custard to fully set and chill.

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream in place of 1 cup of the whole milk.
A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg or a dash of cinnamon can add a warm, aromatic note to the custard.
To bake as a pie, pour the custard mixture into a pre-baked pie crust and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 45-55 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly wobbly in the center. Let cool completely before serving.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.2/ 5 ( 15 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Victoria Bayer

    I added a little bit of lemon zest and it was fantastic! I think next time I'll try bourbon vanilla instead of regular vanilla.

  • Chris Frami

    This recipe brought back so many memories of my grandmother's cooking! It's so simple, yet so satisfying.

  • Tania Daugherty

    I was a bit worried about curdling, but keeping the heat low and stirring frequently worked perfectly. The custard turned out so smooth and creamy!

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