Mint Tea Custard

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Mint Tea Custard
45 min.
6
190kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Mint Tea Custard, a gluten-free dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends! This creamy custard is infused with the refreshing essence of mint and the rich depth of black tea, creating a unique and sophisticated treat that is perfect for any occasion.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves six and offers a light yet satisfying option at only 190 calories per serving. The combination of fat-free half-and-half and low-fat evaporated milk ensures a luscious texture without the guilt, making it a wonderful choice for those mindful of their dietary needs.

As you prepare this custard, the aroma of steeping mint and tea will fill your kitchen, setting the stage for a delightful culinary experience. Once baked to perfection, you can serve it warm or chill it for a refreshing dessert that can be enjoyed any time of the year. For an extra touch of elegance, consider garnishing with shaved chocolate and fresh mint sprigs, elevating your dessert presentation to a whole new level.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this Mint Tea Custard is a must-try recipe that combines simplicity with gourmet flair. Dive into this delicious dessert and savor every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • servings chocolate fresh shaved
  • large eggs 
  • cup skim milk fat-free
  • large optional: lemon quartered
  • 1.3 cups nestle® carnation® evaporated lowfat milk low-fat
  •  mint leaves fresh
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  •  ginger tea bags black

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • ramekin
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Cook milk in a small nonaluminum saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring once, 2 to 3 minutes or just until bubbles appear (do not boil); remove from heat.
  2. Add next 3 ingredients. Cover and steep 20 minutes.
  3. Remove and discard tea bags, without squeezing; discard mint sprigs and lemon quarters. Reserve 1 cup tea mixture.
  4. Whisk together sugar and eggs in a large bowl until mixture is thick and pale yellow. Gradually whisk in reserved 1 cup tea mixture and half-and-half until well blended.
  5. Pour mixture into 6 (4-oz.) custard cups or ramekins.
  6. Place custard cups in a roasting pan; add hot water halfway up sides of cups.
  7. Bake at 300 for 40 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in center of custard comes out clean. Carefully remove from oven, and let stand in pan in water bath 30 minutes.
  8. Remove from water bath.
  9. Serve immediately, or cover and chill at least 2 hours.
  10. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories190kcal
Protein18.63%
Fat23.5%
Carbs57.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.03
Glycemic Load
12.17
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.5786957501069%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
4mg
Hesperetin
5.07mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.41mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:189.95kcal
9.5%
Fat:5.07g
7.79%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.89%
Carbohydrates:28.07g
9.36%
Net Carbohydrates:27.47g
9.99%
Sugar:25.02g
27.8%
Cholesterol:135.03mg
45.01%
Sodium:149.91mg
6.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.04g
18.07%
Selenium:11.57µg
16.53%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.06%
Phosphorus:130.11mg
13.01%
Vitamin C:9.97mg
12.09%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.35%
Calcium:77.13mg
7.71%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.28%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.21%
Folate:19.82µg
4.95%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.83%
Vitamin A:225.85IU
4.52%
Potassium:157.95mg
4.51%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.44%
Iron:0.75mg
4.18%
Magnesium:13.26mg
3.32%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.88%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.64%
Fiber:0.6g
2.4%
Copper:0.05mg
2.28%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.35%
Source:My Recipes