🧾 Description
This Old-Fashioned Vanilla Baked Custard is a timeless dessert made with simple pantry ingredients. Silky smooth with a delicate vanilla flavor, it’s baked gently in a water bath for that signature creamy texture. A nostalgic dessert that never goes out of style.
😍 Flavor Profile
Smooth and creamy 🍮
Lightly sweet
Warm vanilla aroma
Melt-in-your-mouth texture
⏱️ Prep Time: 10 mins
⏱️ Cook Time: 40–45 mins
⏱️ Total Time: ~55 mins
🍽️ Yield: 4–6 servings
🔥 Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: 180 kcal
Protein: 8g
Carbs: 18g
Fat: 8g
🛒 Ingredients
2 cups milk 🥛
3 large eggs 🥚
1/3 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Ground nutmeg (optional, for topping)
👨🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven
Set to 160°C (325°F).
Warm milk
Heat milk gently until warm (not boiling).
Whisk eggs & sugar
In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla.
Combine slowly
Gradually add warm milk while whisking to avoid curdling.
Pour into ramekins
Divide mixture into baking dishes.
Water bath (bain-marie)
Place ramekins in a larger pan and fill with hot water halfway up the sides.
Bake
Bake 40–45 minutes until center is just set.
Cool & serve
Sprinkle nutmeg if desired and serve warm or chilled.
💡 Expert Tips
Don’t boil milk to avoid scrambled eggs 🔥
Water bath ensures silky texture
Strain mixture for ultra-smooth custard
Chill for a firmer consistency
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with fresh berries 🍓, caramel drizzle 🍯, or whipped cream.
