Baked Custard Cups 🍮

Creamy, Classic & Comforting

These Baked Custard Cups are the kind of dessert that brings you back to childhood: silky smooth, gently sweet, and perfectly set. Made with just a few wholesome ingredients, this oven-baked egg custard is easy, elegant, and so satisfying — whether served warm or chilled.

💛 Why You’ll Love These Baked Custard Cups

🥚 Simple ingredients – eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla
👩‍🍳 Easy to prep & bake – no fancy tools required
🍽️ Perfect portions – ideal for meal prep or guests
❄️ Great warm or chilled – year-round comfort
🌿 Customizable – add cinnamon, nutmeg, or citrus zest

🛒 Ingredients for Baked Custard Cups (Simple & Classic)

2 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: pinch of ground nutmeg or cinnamon for topping

🥄 How to Make Baked Custard Cups Step by Step

Step 1: Prep the Oven

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place 4–6 ramekins in a baking dish and boil some water for a water bath.

Step 2: Make the Custard

In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs gently (don’t foam them). Add sugar, salt, vanilla, and warm milk slowly while whisking.

Step 3: Strain & Pour

Strain the custard through a sieve into a measuring cup, then pour evenly into the ramekins. Sprinkle with nutmeg if desired.

Step 4: Water Bath & Bake

Pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until just set (the centers should jiggle slightly).

Step 5: Cool

Remove from the water bath and let cool. Serve warm or refrigerate for a chilled treat.

💡 Tips for Perfect Baked Custard Cups Every Time

Always warm the milk slightly before mixing
Whisk gently to avoid bubbles (bubbles = texture issues)
Strain the mixture for the creamiest result
Don’t overbake – remove once the center jiggles like Jell-O
Add orange zest or cardamom for a flavor twist

📸 For the Vintage Dessert Lovers (and Pinterest Fans!)

These Baked Custard Cups are vintage desserts reborn! They look beautiful in individual ramekins, tea cups, or mini jars. Perfect for brunches, elegant dinners, or even meal-prep breakfast.

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📖 A Bite of Nostalgia in Every Spoon

There’s something deeply comforting about baked custard. Maybe it’s the way it reminds us of warm kitchens and quiet evenings, or maybe it’s just that silky texture that hugs your taste buds. For many, this recipe brings back memories of grandmas baking with love — simple ingredients, no shortcuts, just pure dessert magic.

🕰️ A Timeless Dessert That Never Goes Out of Style

Unlike trendy treats that come and go, Baked Custard Cups are timeless. They’ve been passed down through generations, gracing family tables from Sunday lunch to cozy winter nights. And even today, they’re still just as delicious — proving that the best recipes don’t need reinventing.

👩‍🍳 Perfect for Beginners and Busy Days

Whether you’re new to baking or just want something easy and impressive, this recipe delivers. There’s no complicated technique, no electric mixer required — just a whisk, a few staple ingredients, and a warm oven. It’s the kind of recipe that fits into real life, without sacrificing that homemade feel.

✨ Final Thoughts – Baked Custard Cups That Melt Hearts

Soft, sweet, and soul-soothing, these Baked Custard Cups are everything a comfort dessert should be. They’re easy, elegant, and endlessly nostalgic — ready to steal hearts, one spoonful at a time 🍮💛

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