Description
This Baked Cream Cheese Custard is a rich and creamy, carnivore-friendly dessert with simple ingredients. Perfect for those on a low-carb diet, it’s an easy treat that feels indulgent while staying within dietary guidelines.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons raw honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Firstly, preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Afterward, lightly grease a baking dish or ramekins.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the softened cream cheese, eggs, heavy cream, sweetener (if using), vanilla extract, and salt. Then blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Pour into Dishes: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or ramekins, filling them about three-quarters full. However, leave some space at the top.
- Bake in Water Bath: Place the baking dish/ramekins in a larger pan. Pour hot water into the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the custard dish. Therefore, this will help the custard bake evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the custard is set around the edges but still slightly wobbly in the center. Moreover, the center may still jiggle.
- Cool and Chill: Remove from the oven and allow the custard to cool on a wire rack. Eventually, chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving. Finally, this will allow it to set completely.
- Serve: Serve chilled. Therefore, now you have a delicious carnivore-friendly dessert to enjoy.
Notes
- If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the custard mixture before pouring it into the dish.
- For a more indulgent experience, top with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: CT30-40M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto / Carnivore-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (¼ of the recipe)
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g (without optional sweetener)
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
Keywords: carnivore dessert, keto custard, low carb dessert, baked cream cheese custard