Description
This Creamy Banana Custard Cups recipe combines ripe bananas and a smooth vanilla-flavored custard, creating a luscious and comforting dessert. Silky and rich, this custard is perfect for an elegant treat or a simple family dessert, finished with whipped cream and fresh banana slices for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
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Custard Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Topping
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Sliced bananas, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard Base: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. This dry mixture forms the thickening base for your custard.
- Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the whole milk until the mixture is smooth, then heat over medium heat while stirring constantly. Continue until the mixture is steaming but not boiling to avoid curdling.
- Temper the Eggs: Whisk the egg yolks in a small bowl. Slowly add about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks, whisking continuously to gently raise the temperature and prevent scrambling.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, whisking constantly for an even texture.
- Cook the Custard: Cook over medium-low heat, stirring continuously, until the custard thickens to a pudding-like consistency, about 5 to 7 minutes. Be sure to stir thoroughly to prevent lumps or burning.
- Incorporate Bananas and Flavoring: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and butter until fully combined and smooth for an extra creamy texture.
- Assemble the Cups: Divide the custard evenly among 6 dessert cups. Cover each with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming during chilling.
- Chill: Refrigerate the custard cups for at least 2 hours to set and develop flavors.
- Serve: Just before serving, top each custard cup with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with sliced bananas for a beautiful presentation and fresh taste.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best sweetness and flavor intensity in your custard.
- Whisk constantly during cooking to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth custard.
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the custard surface to prevent an unappealing skin from forming.
- Chilling time is important for custard to set properly; don’t rush this step.
- This custard is best served within 24 hours for optimal freshness and taste.
