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 natural 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 a preparation time of just 195 minutes, you can easily create a dessert that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or intimate celebrations.

The rich flavor of maple extract combined with the lightness of fat-free milk creates a custard that is both satisfying and guilt-free. Each serving is only 181 calories, allowing you to enjoy a sweet treat without the worry of overindulgence. The addition of fresh, cut-up fruit on top adds a burst of color and freshness, making this dessert not only delicious but also nutritious.

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this Maple Custard recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The process of baking the custard in a water bath ensures a silky smooth texture that melts in your mouth. Plus, the anticipation of letting it chill in the refrigerator only heightens the excitement of serving this elegant dessert. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a delightful culinary experience with this exquisite Maple Custard!

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 350F.
  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%