Banana Custard: A Creamy and Nutritious Dessert
Banana Custard: A Creamy and Nutritious Dessert
Banana custard is a delicious and nutritious dessert that combines the sweet taste of ripe bananas with the creamy texture of custard. This recipe will show you how to make a simple and delicious banana custard that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Banana | 2 ripe |
Eggs | 2 |
Granulated sugar | 1/4 cup |
Whole milk | 2 cups |
Heavy cream | 1/2 cup |
Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher.
- Whisk the eggs and sugar together in a separate bowl, then add in the mashed bananas, milk, cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased or non-stick 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Place the baking dish inside a larger pan, such as a roasting pan, and fill the larger pan with warm water to reach about halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
- Carefully transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes or until the custard is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tips:
- You can garnish it with some chopped nuts or shredded coconut before serving for added flavor and texture
- You can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and spice.
- You can add chocolate chips or chopped chocolate for a chocolaty twist.
- The recipe makes about 4 servings of custard.
Banana custard is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Its sweet, creamy and nutritious flavor makes it a hit with both kids and adults. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself how delicious banana custard can be.