Creamy Baked Custard Recipe

 

Here's a classic Creamy Baked Custard recipe—smooth, rich, and comforting, just like grandma used to make!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp salt
• Ground nutmeg (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Heat the milk & cream in a saucepan over medium heat until warm (but not boiling).
3. Whisk eggs & sugar in a bowl until well combined. Add vanilla and salt.
4. Slowly add warm milk to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent scrambling.
5. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve for extra smoothness.
6. Pour into ramekins or a baking dish.
7. Bake in a water bath: Place ramekins in a baking pan and fill the pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the ramekins.
8. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
9. Cool & serve warm or chilled, with a sprinkle of nutmeg on top.

Would you like any flavor variations, like cinnamon or caramel?