Old Fashioned Baked Custard

Indulge in the creamy, nostalgic comfort of Old Fashioned Baked Custard, a timeless dessert that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. This classic recipe combines simple pantry staples—whole milk, eggs, sugar, and fragrant vanilla—with the warm spice of nutmeg, creating a velvety smooth custard that’s gently baked to perfection. By using a water bath, this technique ensures a luxuriously silky texture in every spoonful. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time, it’s the ultimate make-ahead treat, perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights in. Serve this baked custard chilled and sprinkle it with a hint of nutmeg for a truly old-fashioned touch that’s sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Whole milk
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and nutmeg until well combined.

Step 4

Slowly and gradually pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Step 5

Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into another bowl to ensure a smooth texture.

Step 6

Pour the custard mixture evenly into six 6-ounce ramekins or custard cups.

Step 7

Place the ramekins in a large baking dish, and carefully pour hot water into the dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggles slightly in the center when gently shaken.

Step 9

Carefully remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool for about 30 minutes. Then refrigerate until fully chilled, at least 2 hours.

Step 10

Serve chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of additional nutmeg if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1282.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1271.4

Total Fat 51.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 861.1mg	0%
Sodium 1241.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g	0%
Total Sugars 147.5g
Protein 56.0g	0%

Vitamin D 589.4IU	0%
Calcium 1314.1mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 1750.8mg	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: 36.0%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 46.6%