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Pistachio Egg Custard recipe
A silky baked custard with a delicate pistachio flavour and a hint of orange. It makes a simple, elegant dessert with a lovely pale green finish.
40 min · Medium · British Jump to method
Ingredients
- 3 Eggs
- 300ml Milk
- 100g Yoghurt
- 30g Pistachio nuts
- 50ml Orange juice
- 50g Caster sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Cornflour
- 1 L Water
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 194 kcal |
| Protein | 7.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 19.1 g |
| Fat | 9.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 3 g |
| Fibre | 0.8 g |
| Sugar | 17.4 g |
| Sodium | 47 mg |
Why this works
A moderate-energy pudding with some protein and healthy fats from eggs, yoghurt and pistachios, but with a relatively high sugar content from caster sugar and orange juice.
Protein and B vitamins. Eggs and milk provide good-quality protein plus vitamin B12 and riboflavin, which support energy metabolism.
Pistachio nutrients. Pistachios contribute unsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium and potassium, with a small amount of fibre.
Sugar content. Caster sugar and orange juice raise the free sugar content, making this less suitable for a low-sugar or blood-sugar-focused diet.
Method
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (Fan 140°C, 320°F, Gas Mark 3) and place a baking dish inside a larger roasting tin.
- Whisk the eggs, milk, yoghurt and orange juice together until smooth.
- Stir in finely chopped pistachio nuts.
- Pour the mixture into four small ramekins and place them in the roasting tin.
- Pour in enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until just set with a slight wobble in the centre.
- Cool before serving.
Other Pistachio Recipes
Chilled Orange Yoghurt Fool
10 min · A light, creamy dessert with fresh citrus brightness and a satisfying pistachio crunch. It is quick to assemble and looks lovely in glasses.
Pistachio and Yoghurt Breakfast Bites
15 min · Little chilled bites with a creamy centre and a nutty coating. They are simple, elegant and perfect as a make-ahead snack or breakfast treat.
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