Steamed Custard (Four custards)
This classic custard recipe from 1900 offers a comforting and elegant dessert with a rich, creamy texture. The simple combination of eggs, milk, and sugar creates a delicate, sweet custard that's gently steamed to perfection. Served cold with a drizzle of maple syrup, this recipe is a satisfying treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Milk
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 each Eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Lemon extract
- 1/8 teaspoon Grated nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Butter (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe). Used for greasing the custard cups.)
- to taste Maple syrup (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe). For serving.)
Instructions
- 1In a bowl, beat the eggs. Add the sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and lemon extract. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- 2Butter four custard cups with butter.
- 3Fill a pan four inches deep with hot (not boiling) water. Set the buttered custard cups in the pan. Pour the custard mixture into the cups. Place in a moderately slow oven preheated to 325°F (160°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the custard comes out clean.
- 4Serve cold with maple syrup poured over it.