Cauliflower Custard

Indulge in the creamy elegance of Cauliflower Custard, a luscious, savory twist on traditional custard recipes. This dish combines tender cauliflower florets, rich heavy cream, eggs, and a touch of Parmesan cheese for a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth texture that's both comforting and refined. Seasoned with a hint of nutmeg and ground white pepper, this custard boasts layers of delicate flavor, baked to perfection in individual ramekins for a sophisticated presentation. The water bath technique ensures even cooking, leaving the custards silky smooth with just the right amount of jiggle. Perfect as an appetizer, a side dish, or even a light meal, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm for a crowd-pleasing dish that feels gourmet yet is easy to make. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving an elevated yet low-carb treat, Cauliflower Custard is the ultimate indulgence to savor.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 g Cauliflower florets
• 240 ml Heavy cream
• 120 ml Whole milk
• 3 large Eggs
• 40 g Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Ground white pepper
• 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (for greasing)
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and set aside a baking dish large enough to hold 4 ramekins or custard cups.

Step 2

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and add the cauliflower florets. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the cooked cauliflower, heavy cream, milk, eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt, white pepper, and nutmeg. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Grease the ramekins or custard cups with unsalted butter to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Divide the custard mixture evenly among the prepared ramekins. Place the ramekins into the baking dish.

Step 6

Fill the baking dish with hot water until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath. This ensures gentle, even cooking.

Step 7

Carefully transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the custards are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 8

Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 9

Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Step 10

Serve warm as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1025.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1472.4

Total Fat 122.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 884.3mg	0%
Sodium 3516.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 47.7g	0%

Vitamin D 177.5IU	0%
Calcium 787.4mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1752.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.0%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 8.5%