Maple Custard

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Maple Custard
195 min.
4
181kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making Maple Custard, a dessert that perfectly balances creamy texture with the rich sweetness of maple. This vegetarian and gluten-free treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visually appealing dish that can impress your guests at any gathering. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a luscious custard that is both satisfying and light, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked custard wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this delightful dessert. The combination of eggs, skim milk, and a hint of maple extract creates a smooth and velvety custard that melts in your mouth. Topped with vibrant, cut-up fruit, this dish not only looks stunning but also adds a refreshing contrast to the sweet custard base.

With a preparation time of just under three hours, including chilling, this recipe is perfect for those who want to plan ahead. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a special dessert, Maple Custard is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress with this elegant and delicious dessert that celebrates the wonderful flavors of maple!

Ingredients

  •  eggs 
  •  egg whites 
  • 1.8 cups skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • cups fruit 
  • 0.5 teaspoon maple extract 
  • teaspoons maple syrup 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Heat milk just to boiling in 1-quart saucepan; cool.
  3. Beat egg, egg whites, sugar, maple extract and salt in small bowl; gradually stir in milk.
  4. Pour into four 6-ounce custard cups. Drop 1 teaspoon maple syrup carefully onto center of mixture in each cup (syrup will sink to bottom).
  5. Place cups in square pan, 9x9x2 inches, on oven rack.
  6. Pour very hot water into pan to within 1/2 inch of tops of cups.
  7. Bake about 45 minutes or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean.
  8. Remove cups from water.
  9. Let stand 15 minutes.
  10. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 12 hours. Unmold at serving time. Top with fruit. Immediately cover and refrigerate any remaining custards.

Nutrition Facts

Calories181kcal
Protein15.53%
Fat6.29%
Carbs78.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.96
Glycemic Load
9.75
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.7686956654424%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:181.07kcal
9.05%
Fat:1.3g
2.01%
Saturated Fat:0.41g
2.55%
Carbohydrates:36.47g
12.16%
Net Carbohydrates:34.58g
12.57%
Sugar:32.07g
35.63%
Cholesterol:44.14mg
14.71%
Sodium:163.78mg
7.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.24g
14.49%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.09%
Calcium:162.39mg
16.24%
Phosphorus:152.94mg
15.29%
Vitamin A:635.93IU
12.72%
Selenium:8.57µg
12.25%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.22%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.07%
Potassium:340.04mg
9.72%
Vitamin D:1.4µg
9.33%
Fiber:1.9g
7.58%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.28%
Magnesium:23.23mg
5.81%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.59%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.24%
Vitamin K:5.48µg
5.22%
Copper:0.1mg
5.15%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.03%
Iron:0.58mg
3.25%
Vitamin C:2.61mg
3.16%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.1%
Folate:10.28µg
2.57%