Caramel Custard Recipe
π Cook Time: 5 hours
π Prep Time: 30 minutes
π Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
π₯ Servings: 4
Description:
This delightful Mexican Caramel Custard is the perfect conclusion to any Cinco de Mayo celebration, offering a creamy and indulgent treat that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. With its rich caramel flavor and smooth texture, it’s sure to become a favorite dessert among family and friends. Give it a try and savor the deliciousness!
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 cups milk
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 2 green cardamoms
- 3 cloves
Instructions:
- Begin by preparing the spices. Combine cloves, cardamoms, and cinnamon in a small piece of muslin cloth, creating a spice bundle.
- In a saucepan, combine the milk and water, then add the spice bundle. Set aside.
- In another small, heavy-bottomed pan, mix together the water and sugar. Stir gently until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Place the pan over high heat and cook until the sugar caramelizes, achieving a medium-amber color. Be careful not to burn it.
- Immediately pour the caramel into a 9-inch souffle dish, tilting and swirling the dish to evenly coat the bottom and halfway up the sides. Set aside to cool and harden.
- Heat the milk and spice mixture until it is steaming hot, then remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly. Discard the spice bundle.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and remaining 1/3 cup of sugar until well combined.
- Gradually add the warm milk to the egg mixture, blending continuously with a fork until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture into the prepared souffle dish with the caramel layer.
- Place the dish into a large baking pan that is at least 2 inches deep.
- Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (120 degrees Celsius).
- Carefully pour enough boiling water into the larger baking pan to come halfway up the sides of the souffle dish, creating a water bath.
- Bake the custard, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until it is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the hot water bath and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or until the custard is thoroughly chilled and set.
- To serve, carefully unmold the caramel custard onto a serving platter, allowing the caramel sauce to drizzle over the top.
- Slice and serve the caramel custard chilled, garnished with additional caramel sauce or fresh berries if desired.
- Enjoy the creamy, indulgent goodness of this Mexican Caramel Custard as the perfect ending to your Cinco de Mayo celebration!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 318
- Fat Content: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 296.1mg
- Sodium Content: 166.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 39.8g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 33.8g
- Protein Content: 13.4g
Recipe Keywords:
Mexican, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, Refrigerator, Beginner Cook, Easy
Review:
With an aggregated rating of 3 stars, this recipe has received positive feedback from its reviewers. One reviewer found it to be a delightful addition to their Cinco de Mayo celebration, praising its rich caramel flavor and creamy texture. Try it out and see for yourself!
