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Homemade Lemon Custard Dessert

A vibrant and creamy lemon custard dessert that brightens your day with its zesty flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Custard Base
  • 2 cups milk Use whole milk for creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening the custard.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 unit Juice and zest of 1 lemon Fresh for the best flavor.
  • 3 units egg yolks Important for texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened.
  4. Reduce heat, and add lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg yolks, whisking until combined.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Cooling
  1. Pour the custard into serving dishes and refrigerate until set.

Notes

For garnishing, consider a sprig of mint, a sprinkle of zest, or a dollop of whipped cream.