DISH NAME : CARAMEL CUSTARD PUDDING

Preparation Time : 10 minutes

Baking Time : 30 to 40 minutes

Description

Caramel custard is also known by many other names like Creme (pronounced "krem" ) caramel, flan, caramel pudding or condensed milk pudding. This custard dessert has a layer of caramel sauce.

Note

1) Caramel custard is either baked or steamed. In this recipe, i have baked it.
2) Using full fat milk will give a richer, creamier custard.
3) I used 4 ramekeins to bake. You can even use a single bowl.

Method

1) Heat milk with sugar till sugar dissolves. do not boil milk.
2) When milk comes to room temperature, add eggs one by one. Whisk till well incorporated.
3) Add vanilla & whisk to blend.
4) Brush remekin bowls with butter.
5) In a pan, add sugar and water. When sugar starts to caramelize do not use a spoon or spatula to stir sugar. Turn off the stove as soon as sugar turns golden. Do not brown or it will have a bitter taste.
6) Add caramel to the bottom of the ramekins.
It will harden immediately. Do not bother.
7) Fill the ramekins with custard.
8) Keep the ramekins in a deep tray and pour boiling water to the tray.
9) Bake the custard at 160 degree C for 30 to 40 minutes. Check if the top of the custard is baked.
10) With a shapr knife release the custard from the sides. Then place a plate on top of the bowl & turn it upside down gently.

Serving Suggestions

Can be served warm or cold. Tastes good after chilling.