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Light vanilla egg custard
A creamy dessert, low in calories and without added sugar, made with only four basic ingredients: semi‑skimmed milk, eggs, vanilla and a sugar substitute. Cooking in a bain‑marie ensures a firm and melt‑in texture, reminiscent of traditional flan, but with fewer calories. Ideal for those watching their figure while indulging.
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Critical Success Points
- • Temper the egg‑milk mixture to avoid premature coagulation
- • Cook in a bain‑marie at 160°C for 30 minutes to achieve a melt‑in texture
Safety Warnings
- • Hot milk can cause burns; handle with care
- • Steam from the bain‑marie is very hot; keep hands away
- • Use kitchen gloves to remove the dish from the oven
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