Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy custard, the perfect light and refreshing summer dessert! This simple yet elegant recipe, originally from Bon Appétit (May 1984), features a smooth vanilla custard base complemented by your favorite fresh fruits like strawberries and bananas. Easily customizable for any number of servings, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Chill for at least four hours to achieve the perfect set.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 392.2 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit

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How to Make Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg until well combined.
  2. Gradually whisk in 2 cups whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 large egg yolks, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
  3. Pour the mixture into the top of a double boiler (or a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water).
  4. Cook, stirring constantly with a whisk or spatula, until the custard thickens significantly and coats the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
  5. Cover the double boiler and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
  6. Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any lumps. This step is optional but yields an extra-smooth texture.
  7. Divide the custard evenly among two (1-cup) ramekins or molds.
  8. Cover the ramekins and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the custard is completely set and chilled.
  9. To serve, carefully invert the ramekins onto serving plates. Top with your favorite fresh, sliced fruits such as strawberries, bananas, blueberries, or raspberries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

127g

Fat

42g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit?

Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit?

Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit has approximately 392.2 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit?

The key ingredients for Filled Custard With Fresh Fruit are Sugar, Cornstarch, Nutmeg, Milk, Half And Half, Egg Yolks. See the full list with measurements above.

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