Ingredients:
Ingredients Quantity
Large eggs 4
Granulated sugar 3/4 cup
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Pure vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Whole milk 2 1/2 cups
Heavy cream 1 cup
Nutmeg or cinnamon for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well blended.
Add Vanilla: Stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
Warm Milk and Cream: In a saucepan over medium heat, gently warm 2 1/2 cups whole milk and 1 cup heavy cream until just warmed; avoid boiling.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
Strain: Strain the combined mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to ensure smoothness.
Fill Cups: Pour the custard mixture into six custard cups or ramekins.
Add Flavor: Optionally, sprinkle nutmeg or cinnamon over each custard cup.
Create Water Bath: Place the filled cups in a deep baking pan and add hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cups.
Bake Custards: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, until just set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Cool and Chill: Remove from the oven and water bath, let cool, then chill in the refrigerator until firm.
Serve: Serve chilled and enjoy the creamy goodness of Amish Baked Custard.
