Egg Custard Recipe

When it’s time to begin solid food for babies, custard can be a good choice. Egg custard can be a delicious dessert that completes a meal and is easy for kids to eat. Custard has been a part of European cuisine since ancient Rome. In modern times, this dish has different variations depending on your region and preference, like fruit custard, oats custard, and more. This wholesome food is suitable for babies above eight months due to the presence of eggs as an ingredient. Considered one of the best protein and calcium-rich snacks, it is light, easy to digest, and can be prepared using ingredients from your kitchen. Bookmark this egg custard recipe and serve it as an occasional treat for your entire family.

Cooking Time

Cooking Method

Gas

Type of Meal

Non-Vegetarian

Suitable For

Toddlers older than 20 months of age

Meal Schedule

After Lunch, Snack Time, After Dinner

Recipe Type

Dessert

How to Make Egg Custard for Toddlers?

Egg custard is a light, easy-to-make dessert that is perfect on its own or can be dressed up with healthy toppings like oats or berries, a sweet surprise like chocolate syrup, honey, or maple syrup, or some warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Here’s a simple egg custard recipe that is easy to make and safe to feed your little one!

Ingredients

Instructions

These step-by-step directions for an easy and quick egg custard recipe will help you whip up the best one you’ve ever eaten!

1. Place milk in a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
2. Combine egg yolks and sugar in a separate saucepan and whisk them over low heat.
3. Add a few tablespoons of milk to the yolk mixture. Gradually add the rest of the milk and whisk over medium heat.
4. Continue to stir as the custard thickens, and remove it from the heat.
5. Scrape the custard into a small bowl and place it over an ice bath.
6. When the custard gets slightly cooled down, add butter in 3-4 instalments and stir continuously until everything is mixed well.
7. Add vanilla essence, mix and pour the mixture into a bowl.
8. Refrigerate to serve chilled.

Recipe Tips

• This simple egg custard recipe can be tastier by adding a dash of maple syrup or honey on top for older children.
• Do not add the sugar whilst on heat, as it will get stuck to the pan.
• Avoid sugar for babies below one year of age.
• You can add jam as a topping for extra flavour.
• This homemade egg custard baby food recipe can be made in an oven by baking the mixture at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
• Make sure you whisk the mixture evenly without leaving any lumps. Also, be careful not to burn the mixture.
• If cream is used in milk, your custard becomes thicker and richer in taste.
• Sometimes, flour or gelatin is also used to thicken the custard.
• Combine with fruit slices to make it look colourful, increase its nutritional value and turn it into a healthy egg custard.
• Serve with cornflakes for breakfast.

Nutrition Information (Per 141 g serving)

Health Benefits

Packed with the goodness of egg protein and calcium from milk, egg custard has exceptional health benefits for children. Here are some of the good reasons for eating custard:

• A delicious addition to a child’s diet, egg custard gives extra energy to kids due to the presence of sugar.
• Egg yolk contains omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A, D, E, and K, which act as antioxidants to prevent illness in your baby.
• It contains the right amount of calories, protein, and fat, making a baby feel fuller for longer.
• Milk contains calcium, which is good for healthy bones and teeth.
• Butter is a good source of Vitamin A, which is good for the skin, immune functions, and healthy vision.

Buying Guide

This guide ensures you buy quality products to prepare the tastiest egg custard without compromising your child’s health.

• Buy pasteurised milk without added sugar. Fortified milk contains vital calcium and vitamins. Avoid leaky milk packets.
• Look for the expiry date of the products bought from the supermarket shelf.
• Buy unsalted butter for younger babies. Branded butter is preferable.
• Look for unblemished, clean eggs that are not broken.
• Natural vanilla essence is always better than artificial ones.

FAQs

1. What is the difference between an egg custard and pudding?

While both desserts are made using eggs, sugar, and milk or cream, egg custards are thickened using the egg itself, whereas puddings use a thickening agent like cornflour or corn starch. 

2. How long does an egg custard last?

Cooked homemade custard can last up to 3-4 days if refrigerated. Cool down your custard and over it before popping it into the refrigerator.

3. How will I know if my egg custard is cooked?

Use the spatula test! Stir your custard constantly to ensure an even distribution of heat and let it thicken, then dip your spatula in the custard till it is coated. Now, use your finger and draw a line in the spatula. If this leaves a trail separating the custard, it is done!

Sweet and satisfying, this homemade egg custard recipe for babies is always preferable to pre-packed ones in supermarket jars. This classic dessert stands out for its mild flavour and can be refrigerated for up to two days. Try it and boost your baby’s mood!

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