Description
Silky Italian-style keto custard brings Mediterranean elegance to dessert tables with minimal carbohydrates. Rich egg and cream fusion melts effortlessly on palates, delivering pure indulgence without compromising ketogenic nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 480 milliliters (2 cups) heavy cream / double cream
- 100 grams (½ cup) powdered monk fruit allulose blend
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
- Nutmeg (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by calibrating the temperature to 177°C (350°F), ensuring an even heating zone for optimal custard preparation.
- Utilize a medium mixing bowl to whip eggs using an electric mixer, operating at medium-low speed for approximately 30 seconds until a light, frothy texture emerges.
- Select a small saucepan and combine heavy cream, powdered sweetener, and sea salt. Gently warm the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring intermittently, until the temperature reaches 82°C (180°F). Watch for small bubbles forming around the pan’s edges, indicating optimal heating without boiling. Incorporate vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Execute the tempering technique by gradually introducing the heated cream into the whisked eggs, maintaining constant movement to prevent potential curdling and ensure a smooth custard consistency.
- Distribute the custard mixture evenly across six 120-milliliter (4-ounce) ramekins. Optional: Delicately dust the surface with ground nutmeg for an aromatic garnish.
- Create a water bath by positioning the ramekins within a deep baking dish, then carefully pour hot water until it reaches approximately halfway up the ramekin sides.
- Position the water bath in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes. Monitor the custard’s transformation: edges should appear set while the center maintains a subtle jiggle. Verify doneness by inserting a knife near the center; it should emerge clean.
- Allow the custards to cool completely at ambient temperature, enabling them to set naturally. For advanced preparation, refrigerate before serving to enhance texture and flavor development.
Notes
- Grab the freshest cream possible to ensure a silky, luxurious custard that melts in your mouth.
- Whisk those eggs gently when adding hot cream to prevent any unwanted scrambled egg surprises.
- Create a cozy water bath that hugs your ramekins, helping the custard cook evenly and stay crack-free.
- Watch for that perfect wiggle – set edges with a soft, trembling center signals a perfectly baked custard.
- Patience is key: allow the dessert to cool completely, letting the magic of setting happen naturally in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 112mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 191mg