Baked Custard With Berries Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Custard With Berries

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups whole milk, scalded
• Freshly grated nutmeg, for sprinkling
• 1 1/2 cups fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc.), sweetened to taste

How to Make Baked Custard With Berries

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until light and frothy.
3. Gradually whisk in the scalded milk until well combined.
4. Pour the custard mixture evenly into the 12 prepared custard cups.
5. Sprinkle each custard with a light dusting of freshly grated nutmeg.
6. Place the filled custard cups into the two 13x9 inch baking pans.
7. Carefully pour very hot water into the baking pans, filling to within 1/2 inch of the tops of the custard cups (this creates a water bath for even baking).
8. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a knife inserted halfway between the center and edge comes out clean. Custards are done when they are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
9. Carefully remove the custard cups from the water bath and let cool slightly on a wire rack.
10. Refrigerate the custards for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
11. Unmold the custards and top with fresh sweetened berries.
12. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg or a sprig of mint, if desired.