Low Fat Baked Custard Slice

Indulge in the light and creamy comfort of a Low Fat Baked Custard Slice, the perfect guilt-free dessert for your sweet tooth cravings. This delicious recipe combines the velvety smoothness of homemade custard—crafted with low-fat milk, egg yolks, and a hint of vanilla—with layers of golden, buttery phyllo pastry. Each luscious slice is gently spiced with a sprinkle of cinnamon for added warmth and flavor. With only a handful of simple ingredients and a straightforward baking process, this treat is ideal for those looking to enjoy a classic baked custard without the extra calories. Perfectly portioned for sharing, it’s a delightful addition to your dinner table or afternoon tea spread. Give this low-fat dessert a try and savor the ultimate balance of taste and health!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 ml low-fat milk
• 50 grams cornflour
• 75 grams caster sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large egg yolks
• 6 sheets phyllo pastry
• 20 grams reduced-fat butter
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 20 cm (8 inch) square baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the low-fat milk gently over medium heat until it's just about to boil, then remove from the heat.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together the cornflour, caster sugar, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the egg yolks to the dry mixture and whisk together until well combined and smooth.

Step 5

Gradually pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly until fully combined to ensure no lumps form.

Step 6

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, for about 8-10 minutes until thickened and smooth.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let the custard cool slightly while stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Melt the reduced-fat butter in a small saucepan or microwave.

Step 9

Brush a phyllo sheet with melted butter and place it in the greased baking dish. Repeat the process, using three sheets for the base, ensuring they overlap and cover the bottom entirely.

Step 10

Pour the warm custard evenly over the phyllo pastry.

Step 11

Top the custard with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with melted butter as you layer them.

Step 12

Sprinkle the ground cinnamon lightly over the top layer.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.

Step 14

Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool completely in the dish.

Step 15

Cut the baked custard slice into squares and serve. Enjoy your low-fat baked custard slice as a delightful dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(748.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1123.1

Total Fat 39.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 792.3mg	0%
Sodium 497.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 157.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 99.2g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 283.2IU	0%
Calcium 734.8mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 236.5mg	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: 31.5%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 56.4%