Thai Baked Custard

Indulge in the creamy, exotic flavors of Thai Baked Custard, a delightful dessert that seamlessly combines simplicity and sophistication. Made with velvety coconut milk, rich palm sugar, and a hint of vanilla, this luscious custard boasts a silken texture that melts in your mouth. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salt, it’s baked to golden perfection in a water bath to ensure a delicately smooth finish. This easy-to-make treat requires just 15 minutes of preparation and offers a light, tropical twist on traditional custards. Serve it chilled, adorned with fresh fruit, toasted coconut flakes, or a drizzle of coconut cream for a show-stopping finale to any meal. Whether you're seeking an authentic Thai dessert or a gluten-free, dairy-free indulgence, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 4 large Eggs
• 120 g Palm sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 0.25 tsp Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk and palm sugar. Heat gently over low heat, stirring continuously, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually pour the cooled coconut milk mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly to avoid cooking the eggs.

Step 5

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl or jug to remove any lumps and ensure a smooth custard.

Step 6

Pour the custard mixture into an 8-inch baking dish or individual ramekins. If using ramekins, place them in a baking pan and fill the pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggles slightly when shaken.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the custard cool to room temperature. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 9

Serve chilled and garnish with fresh fruit, toasted coconut flakes, or a drizzle of coconut cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	725.7 grams (725.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	907

Total Fat 19.80g	25%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 744mg	248%
Sodium 972mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 157.20g	57%
Dietary Fiber 0.00g	0%
Total Sugars 149.20g
Protein 25.10g	50%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 146mg	11%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 2241mg	48%

*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: 19.6%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 69.3%