Grape Nuts Custard in Nanny's Memory

Honor cherished family traditions with "Grape Nuts Custard in Nanny's Memory," a heartwarming dessert that blends nostalgia with irresistible flavor. This silky, baked custard features the wholesome crunch of Grape-Nuts cereal steeped in warm milk, infusing it with a nutty, caramel essence that pairs beautifully with notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. A delicate water bath ensures the custard’s velvety texture, while a fine mesh straining technique results in a flawless, luxurious finish. Perfectly portioned into individual ramekins, this custard is both comforting and elegant, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Serve chilled for a delectable treat reminiscent of timeless homemade desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups whole milk
• 0.75 cup Grape-Nuts cereal
• 3 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.125 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Arrange six 6-ounce ramekins in a deep baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is just warm but not boiling, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir the Grape-Nuts cereal into the warm milk, remove the saucepan from the heat, and let the mixture steep for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened.

Step 5

Gradually whisk the steeped milk and Grape-Nuts mixture into the egg mixture to temper it, then add vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir until fully combined.

Step 6

Strain the custard through a fine mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl with a spout, discarding any cereal solids. This step ensures a silky-smooth custard texture.

Step 7

Equally divide the strained custard among the prepared ramekins.

Step 8

Carefully pour boiling water into the baking dish around the ramekins, ensuring the water reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath.

Step 9

Gently transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 10

Carefully remove the ramekins from the water bath and set them on a wire rack to cool to room temperature.

Step 11

Refrigerate the custards for at least 2 hours (or overnight) before serving to fully set and chill. Serve on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1825.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1493.5

Total Fat 49.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 1013.8mg	0%
Sodium 1205.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 143.0g
Protein 56.4g	0%

Vitamin D 478.1IU	0%
Calcium 1072.4mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1729.4mg	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: 29.3%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 55.8%