Description
Amish Baked Custard is a classic, comforting dessert featuring a creamy, smooth texture with warm hints of nutmeg and vanilla. This simple recipe combines basic ingredients to create a rich, indulgent custard that’s perfect for any occasion, offering a timeless taste of home-style cooking.
Ingredients
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Custard Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the custard evenly.
- Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture is smooth and slightly pale, ensuring proper blending of sugar into the eggs.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the milk, vanilla extract, salt, and ground nutmeg. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish to prevent sticking, then pour the custard mixture into it, making sure the liquid is spread out evenly.
- Bake the Custard: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes. The custard is done when it is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Before Serving: Allow the baked custard to cool to room temperature before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the custard is not overbaked to avoid curdling and a rubbery texture.
- Use whole milk for the creamiest result; you can substitute with 2% milk for a lighter version.
- For an extra smooth custard, strain the mixture before pouring it into the baking dish.
- Sprinkle extra nutmeg on top before serving for added aroma and presentation.
- Serving warm or chilled is optional, but cooling helps the custard set properly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: Amish baked custard, baked custard recipe, easy custard, comforting dessert, nutmeg custard, vanilla custard
