Rich Mexican Custard

Indulge in the silky, luxurious charm of Rich Mexican Custard, a dessert that seamlessly blends classic custard creaminess with warm, aromatic spices. Infused with ground cinnamon and a splash of vanilla extract, this decadent treat balances subtle sweetness and velvety texture, thanks to the perfect combination of whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk. Gently baked in a water bath, the custard achieves its signature smoothness, with just the right jiggle to satisfy your senses. Perfectly portioned into individual ramekins and optionally garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg, this recipe makes an elegant dessert that’s ideal for dinner parties or special occasions. With just 15 minutes of prep and six generous servings, this Mexican-inspired classic is a surefire way to elevate your dessert repertoire. Keywords: Mexican custard recipe, cinnamon custard, creamy dessert ideas, baked custard, easy custard recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 4 whole Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.333 cup Sweetened condensed milk
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and ground cinnamon. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually add the warm milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.

Step 5

Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl to remove any lumps or cooked egg bits.

Step 6

Divide the custard evenly among 6 ramekins or oven-safe custard cups.

Step 7

Place the ramekins in a large baking dish or roasting pan. Carefully pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins, creating a water bath to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40–50 minutes, or until the custards are just set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 9

Carefully remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.

Step 10

Before serving, optionally sprinkle a light dusting of nutmeg on top for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1140.8 grams (1140.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2118

Total Fat 124.70g	160%
Saturated Fat 68.70g	344%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 1077mg	359%
Sodium 675mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 185.10g	67%
Dietary Fiber 1.50g	5%
Total Sugars 179.70g
Protein 48.10g	96%

Vitamin D 383IU	1914%
Calcium 1028mg	79%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 1415mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.6%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 36.0%