A smooth, classic baked egg custard with warm vanilla flavor and a silky texture that never fails.
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Calories: 180kcal
Equipment
- 8×8 baking dish
- large bowl
- Saucepan
- whisk
- Larger baking pan (for water bath)
Ingredients
- 5 eggs
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 1.5 tsp vanilla
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 4 cups milk (2% or whole)
- Nutmeg, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8×8 baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl.
- Heat milk in a saucepan to 180°F, just before simmering.
- Slowly pour hot milk into egg mixture while whisking continuously. Whisk one extra minute.
- Pour into the baking dish and sprinkle with nutmeg.
- Place the dish inside a larger pan filled with 1 inch of water.
- Bake 45–50 minutes until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean of batter.
- Cool at least 30 minutes before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
Notes
Bake in a water bath to ensure an even, creamy texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 180mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 0.7mg