Name: Baked Cheese Custard
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 pcs Egg Yolk; 1/3 cup Cornstarch; 3 tbsp Granulated sugar; 1 tsp Vanilla extract; 2 cup Milk; 1/4 cup Cheddar Cheese

Baked Cheese Custard is a dessert that combines the rich taste of cheese with the soft texture of custard. It is a favorite choice for sweet and savory food lovers. This dessert offers a complex pleasure with creamy, sweet, and rich cheese flavors.

This time we will make custard with creamy cheese flavor. We call this dessert Baked Cheese Custard. You can make this at home to add to your experience of cooking sweet dishes. Making it is effortless. The ingredients are readily available in supermarkets, including eggs, cornstarch, milk, and other ingredients. The preparation time is 10 minutes, while the time to make it is 20 minutes, and left in the refrigerator for 3 hours. It’s suitable to eat when relaxing with the family, especially if the weather is hot.

Baked Cheese Custard is a typical popular dessert that combines the rich taste of cheese with the soft texture of custard.

Description of Baked Cheese Custard

Custard is a mixture of eggs, milk, and sugar that is heated until it thickens. In the Baked Cheese Custard variant, adding cheese gives a new flavor dimension that is more savory and rich. This dish is often found in various international restaurants and is one of the favorite dessert choices. The combination of cheese and custard gives a unique taste, so this dessert is often served on special occasions or as an elegant dinner finale.

There are several important steps to make it. Preparing the ingredients, mixing the cheese, preparing a baking sheet or mold that has previously been greased or lined with baking paper, the baking process, checking for doneness, and finally serving.

Cooking Tips

Choose Quality Ingredients: Use good quality cheese, such as cream cheese or fresh cheddar cheese. Good cheese will provide a richer taste and smoother texture. Choose fresh and high-quality milk or cream. A heavier cream will give a creamier result.

Ingredient Temperature: Make sure all ingredients, especially eggs and cheese, are at room temperature before using. This helps the ingredients mix easily and produces a smoother texture.

Bake at a Low Temperature: Bake at a low temperature to ensure the custard cooks evenly. Too high a temperature causes the custard to expand.

Check Doneness: The custard is done when the center still jiggles slightly when the mold is moved. Don’t bake for too long, because it can make the custard too dry.

Cool Gradually: After baking, let the custard cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator. This helps maintain the texture.

The Texture of This Dish

Soft and Creamy

One of the main characteristics of Baked Cheese Custard is its softness. This custard has a smooth and creamy texture, giving a soft sensation in the mouth. The combination of egg yolk and milk with cheese produces a very creamy mixture.

Melts in the Mouth

This dessert should have a texture that melts in your mouth. Using cheddar cheese adds creaminess and creates a satisfying eating experience. When you take one bite, this custard seems to melt and merge with your tongue.

a Balance between Smooth and Dense

Although this custard is soft, it has a slight firmness to it. The texture is not completely liquid but rather has a structure strong enough to maintain its shape when we take it out of the mold. It provides a balance between softness and strength.

The Specialties of This Dessert

Distinctive Cheese Aroma and Taste

The cheese in the custard provides a distinctive aroma and taste. Using cream cheese or cheddar provides a rich and savory taste, adding a new dimension to the custard. This makes the dish taste more complex and satisfying, especially for cheese fans.

Elegant and Simple Presentation

You can serve this dessert with a simple but still elegant appearance. The golden yellow color of the baked custard gives it an appetizing appearance. If you want to add decoration, you can add caramel sauce, fruit sauce, or sprinkle with fresh fruit such as strawberries or blueberries. It gives a luxurious feel without the need for elaborate decoration.

Easy to Prepare

Another specialty is that it is relatively easy and simple to make. Finding the ingredients is easy, and the basic technique for making custard doesn’t require advanced cooking skills. Although simple, the result still tastes luxurious and complex, making it a great choice for anyone who wants to make restaurant-quality desserts at home.

Let’s make Baked Cheese Custard!

Ingredients of Baked Cheese Custard

3 pcs Egg Yolk: The main ingredient in custard that gives it softness. It is also a binder that helps create a creamy and smooth texture. Egg yolks also give the custard an attractive yellow color.
1/3 cup Cornstarch: As a thickener. This helps set the consistency of the custard. Provides resistance to high temperatures when baking and prevents the custard from becoming too runny. By adding corn flour, the custard will have a thicker and more stable texture.
3 tbsp Granulated sugar: Helps regulate moisture and texture. The sugar that dissolves during the baking process creates an even flavor.
1 tsp Vanilla extract: Gives aroma and improves the overall taste of the custard.
2 cup Milk: Gives softness and moisture to custard. It serves as a liquid base for the custard mixture, helping to dissolve the sugar and conveying the flavor of the cheese.
1/4 cup Cheddar Cheese: Gives a strong savory taste, which is characteristic of Baked Cheese Custard. This cheese melts well and gives a creamy texture.

How to Make Baked Cheese Custard

Start by preheating your oven to 356 degrees Fahrenheit.

Break the eggs into a bowl and separate the yolks from the whites. In the bowl with the yolks, add the sugar, vanilla, and cornstarch. Whisk the ingredients until well combined, then gradually add the milk, stirring until blended.

Prepare a saucepan and pour in the egg mixture, straining to remove any lumps. Cook over a medium heat. When it starts to boil, add the grated cheese. Stir until well combined.

Pour the mixture into a greased bowl or container. Cover with cling film to prevent a dry layer forming. Store in the fridge for at least 3 hours.

After that, once chilled, remove from the fridge and cut into squares, making about 6 pieces or as you like.

Prepare a baking tray lined with baking paper.

Place the squares on the tray, brushing them with a little egg yolk. Bake for 20 minutes or until the tops are darker in color.

Allow the baked cheese pudding to cool before serving. It is now ready to enjoy a delicious snack while you relax.

Notes

Before baking, make sure to leave the mixture in the fridge to set so that it retains its shape when baked.

Nutrient Content

Below are details about the nutritional content of this dessert.

Protein: One of the main nutrients, especially from eggs and cheese. Protein is important for cell growth and repair, as well as maintaining muscle health.

Carbohydrates: Most of the carbohydrate content comes from sugar and milk. Sugar provides sweetness, while milk also contributes to total carbohydrates.

Calcium: The calcium content comes from milk and cheese. Calcium is important for healthy bones and teeth.

Serving Recommendations

Here are some options that are suitable to serve with this dessert to enhance the eating experience.

Tea or Coffee: Baked Cheese Custard is a good choice to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. The bitter taste of coffee or the fragrance of tea can complement the sweet and savory taste of custard.

Fresh Fruit: Adding fresh fruit is a great way to provide freshness and balance of flavor. The sweet and slightly sour taste of strawberries can complement the richness of custard. Blueberries add subtle sweetness as well as interesting color. The sour taste of kiwi can provide a fresh contrast to creamy cheese. Combining soft banana slices will provide a delicious texture.

Cookies: The combination of the crunchy texture of the cake and the softness of the custard creates a delightful enjoying experience.

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