Simple Light Lemon Custard

Custard is a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a base for other desserts like pies and tarts.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Simple Light Lemon Custard

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹⁄₈ pinch Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until well combined.
3. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, cornstarch, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture into individual ramekins or a baking dish.
5. Place the ramekins or baking dish in a larger baking pan. Fill the larger pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins or baking dish.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 30 minutes.
8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 18g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.