Delicious Cherry Custard (Printable)

A luscious, creamy custard filled with juicy cherries, perfect for a light dessert or sweet afternoon treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries

→ Custard Base

02 - 1 ½ cups whole milk
03 - ½ cup heavy cream
04 - 4 large eggs
05 - ½ cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
07 - ¼ tsp almond extract (optional)
08 - Pinch of salt

→ For Baking

09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing)
10 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for dusting)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter a 9-inch round baking dish, then sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar to coat the bottom and sides.
02 - Spread the pitted cherries evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until pale and slightly thickened.
04 - Add milk, cream, vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), and a pinch of salt. Whisk until fully combined.
05 - Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cherries in the dish.
06 - Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly wobbly in the center and lightly golden on top.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The custard sets into this impossibly silky texture that feels luxurious without requiring any fancy techniques
  • Fresh cherries tucked into creamy custard create this perfect balance of tart and sweet that keeps everyone coming back for seconds
02 -
  • The custard will continue to set as it cools, so removing it from the oven while the center still has a slight wobble is actually correct
  • Frozen cherries work perfectly fine, but they may release more liquid during baking and extend the baking time by a few minutes
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients incorporate more smoothly and prevent the custard from separating during baking
  • Place your baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet to catch any potential drips or overflow

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