Fruit Custard Recipe

Fruit Custard Recipe

Here’s a simple and healthy Fruit Custard recipe using milk:

Ingredients:

1. 2 cups full-fat milk (or low-fat milk for a lighter version)
2. 2 tablespoons custard powder (vanilla flavor)
3. 2-3 tablespoons sugar or a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup (optional, based on your taste)
4. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence (optional)
5. 1 cup mixed fruits (such as apple, banana, pomegranate, grapes, and papaya)

Instructions:

Prepare Custard Mix:

In a small bowl, mix the custard powder with 3-4 tablespoons of milk to make a smooth paste. Set it aside.

Heat the Milk:

In a saucepan, heat the remaining milk over medium heat. Stir frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom.

Add Custard Paste:

Once the milk starts warming up, add the custard powder paste slowly to the milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Keep stirring until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).

Sweeten:

Add sugar (or honey/maple syrup) and vanilla essence to the custard, and mix well. Let it cook for another minute or two, and then remove it from the heat.

Cool the Custard:

Allow the custard to cool for a bit at room temperature and then refrigerate it for 1-2 hours, if desired.

Prepare the Fruits:

While the custard is cooling, wash and chop your fruits into bite-sized pieces.

Serve:

Once the custard has cooled, mix it with the chopped fruits and serve chilled.

Healthy Tips:

Use Low-Fat Milk:

For a healthier version, opt for low-fat or skim milk.

Add More Fruits:

The more fruits you use, the healthier and more nutritious the dish becomes. Include seasonal fruits for a variety of flavors.

Use Natural Sweeteners:

Instead of sugar, try sweetening the custard with honey, stevia, or maple syrup.

Reduce Sugar:

If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the sugar quantity or skip it altogether, as the fruits will provide natural sweetness.

Add Nuts/Seeds:

You can sprinkle some chopped nuts or seeds (like almonds, cashews, or chia seeds) for added crunch and nutrition.

Enjoy your delicious, healthy fruit custard!