Description
A delicious keto-friendly custard made with almond milk and erythritol for sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup erythritol (or preferred keto sweetener)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). This moderate temperature ensures the custard bakes gently without curdling.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, heavy cream, erythritol, and vanilla extract. Take your time here—the goal is a smooth, well-combined mixture with no streaks of egg.
- For an ultra-creamy texture, strain the custard through a fine mesh sieve into a pouring jug. It removes any eggy bits and creates that restaurant-level smoothness.
- Place 4–6 ramekins in a deep baking dish. Pour the custard mixture evenly into each ramekin, then sprinkle a little ground nutmeg over the top. That nutmeg is more than a garnish—it adds a warm, aromatic note that elevates the entire dish.
- Pour hot water into the baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins. This gentle water bath helps the custard bake evenly and prevents cracking or overcooking.
- Carefully transfer to the oven and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the custards are just set but still slightly wobbly in the center. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool in the water bath for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Enjoy them warm for a cozy experience, or refrigerate for 2–3 hours for a firmer texture. I love mine chilled with a few raspberries on top.
Notes
- For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Experiment with different flavorings like almond extract or a pinch of cinnamon for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 160mg