Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- Ground nutmeg or cinnamon for sprinkling
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish:
- Grease a baking dish or individual ramekins.
3. Beat Eggs:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs well.
4. Add Sugar and Salt:
- Add the granulated sugar and salt to the beaten eggs. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
5. Add Vanilla Extract:
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Heat Milk:
- In a saucepan, heat the whole milk over medium heat until it’s warm but not boiling.
- You can scald the milk by bringing it just to the point of simmering, then remove it from heat.
7. Combine Egg Mixture and Milk:
- Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
8. Strain Mixture (Optional):
- For a smoother custard, you can strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into another bowl.
9. Pour into Baking Dish:
- Pour the custard mixture into the prepared baking dish or ramekins.
10. Bake:
- Place the baking dish in a larger pan filled with hot water (water bath) to help the custard cook evenly.
- Sprinkle the top of the custard with ground nutmeg or cinnamon.
11. Bake Until Set:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes or until the custard is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
12. Cool:
- Allow the custard to cool before serving.
- It can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled in the refrigerator.
13. Optional: Caramel Sauce (Optional):
- Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving for an extra indulgent treat.
Enjoy your delicious Amish Baked Custard! It’s a simple and timeless dessert that can be enjoyed on its own or with a variety of toppings.
