How to make custard with custard powder

Custard is a beloved dessert in Australia, cherished for its rich and creamy taste. It is enjoyed worldwide and holds a special place in Australian households. It can be served with a meringue cake or pudding. If you’re wondering how to make custard with custard powder, the process is simple and requires just a few ingredients. This guide will walk you through the steps to create smooth and delicious custard that pairs perfectly with cakes, puddings, or fresh fruit.

Ingredients

The following ingredients are required for making custard with custard powder.

  • Custard powder: ¼ cup of custard powder
  • Milk or cream: 625ml milk
  • Sugar: 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust for taste)
  • Available fruits: Add as many fruits as you like.
  • Vanilla extract (optional): Add about 1 spoon for flavouring. 

Optional ingredients

There are also some optional ingredients for making custard with custard powder

  1. Coco powder for chocolaty flavour.
  2. Cassia for sprinkles to add more flavour.
  3. Extra cream for creamy texture.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Measuring cups or spoons
  • Cooking whip

Method

Follow these steps to make smooth and delicious custard:

Mix custard powder

Mix 2 tablespoons of custard powder in a dry bowl, with a few tablespoons of milk from 625ml milk. Mix or stir until you get a smooth, without-bumps paste for smooth custard.

Heat the milk

Cook milk, until it gets warm, for properly mixing custard powder in milk. The amount of milk will be according to the need of making custard. Dry milk or liquid milk both can be used for making custard. Add sugar and stir it until it is properly mixed.

Combine the custard powder with milk

Now add the paste to the warm milk and stir it continuously to make it without bumps. Mix it for about 10-15 minutes to get a thick and creamy mixture.

Cook the custard

Cook the custard for 3-4 minutes on medium flame and stir it continuously. For thick paste cook more but for thin paste, take off the saucepan from the flame.

Strain for a smoother texture

Strain custard to avoid any bumps with the help of a percolator, after straining custard will become more smooth flexible and easy to eat.

Cool down the custard

After cooling down, the custard will become thicker and also almost rigid for pleasure taste.

Serve and enjoy

Serve custard and enjoy its delicious taste with your family and friends. Enjoy it at parties and gatherings. Once cooled, it provides a delightful experience. Custard can be stored in the refrigerator, for up to three days and you can enjoy it on these days as you want. The creamy custard is refreshing and delicious.

Health benefits of custard 

Custard has rich nutrients and is good for solving health issues such as:

1. Rich in minerals and vitamins

  • Vitamin A: The richness of vitamin A in fruits is good for health and skin.
  • Vitamin B12: This vitamin is found in eggs or milk, and is essential for the production of red blood cell productions and functioning nerves properly.
  • Phosphorus: Custard provides phosphorus which is good for teeth and bone, and also essential for the genetic blocks.

2. Increase energy level

Custard can be a helpful option for individuals with hypoglycemia, as its balanced ingredients provide a quick energy boost. On the other side, custard also helps others to maintain their sugar level if they are feeling dizzy.

3. Rich source of calcium

Milk-based custard is rich in calcium, which is essential for bone health and muscle function.

Tips for a healthier custard

  • Use natural fruits for a good immune system, healthy fruits also help you to solve other body issues like muscle movements.
  • Eating with daily foods will be an extra nutritional source for the body.
  • Use fresh milk to maintain the metabolism.
  • Moderate servings can help you to gain fewer calories and body fat.

Serving suggestions

  1. Served in large cups so that it will give a restaurant-style serving
  2. Serve with slices of bread for an appealing presentation.
  3. With extra fruits, it would be an art for eaters.

Conclusion

Making custard with custard powder is an easy and versatile way to create a delicious dessert. Many people wonder how to prepare custard, but following these simple steps makes it effortless. Custard is a cherished dessert in many households, often served as a sweet treat for guests. Whether enjoyed warm or cold, it always delivers a delightful taste. It’s a dessert that brings comfort and joy to every bite!