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Fruit Custard Dessert

Cultural Context

Fruit Custard is a beloved dessert in India, often served at celebrations and family gatherings. It combines creamy custard with a variety of fresh fruits, symbolizing abundance and joy. This dessert has evolved, with many variations incorporating local fruits and flavors, making it a staple in Indian households and a favorite at festive occasions.

IndianINdessert
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups diluted powdered milk
1/4 cup sugar
4 tablespoons custard powder
1/2 cup diluted milk
1 mango
1 apple
1/2 cup pomegranate arils
1/2 cup red grapes
1/2 cup green grapes
1/2 cup crushed nuts (hazelnut, almond, cashew)

custard powder

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Agar-agar is plant-based and suitable for vegans.

mixed fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh seasonal fruits

💰Cheaper: canned fruits

Fresh fruits offer better flavor and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey provides natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

1

In a saucepan, pour 4 cups of diluted powdered milk.

2

Add 1/4 cup of sugar and stir well.

3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

4

Dissolve 4 tablespoons of custard powder in 1/2 cup of diluted milk, whisking to eliminate lumps.

5

Slowly pour the custard mixture into the saucepan while stirring continuously.

6

Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the custard thickens.

7

Set the custard aside to cool completely.

8

Dice one mango and one apple into small pieces.

9

Prepare 1/2 cup of pomegranate arils, 1/2 cup of red grapes, and 1/2 cup of green grapes.

10

Mix in 1/2 cup of crushed nuts for crunch.

11

Transfer the cooled custard into a large bowl if needed.

12

Gently fold in the fruits and nuts to coat them in the custard.

13

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour.

14

Serve chilled as a dessert or snack.

Cooking Techniques

heatingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

saucepanwhisklarge bowlrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Fruit CustardCustard Fruit Salad

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