Cold, creamy, fruity, and perfect for summer or make-ahead treats.
Quick Description
These fruit custard cups are made with a smooth vanilla custard base loaded with colorful chopped fruits. Light, refreshing, and loved by both kids and adults. Perfect for parties, meal prep, or quick desserts.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6–8 cups
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 1–2 hours
- Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
Custard Base
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp custard powder (or cornstarch)
- ¼ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Fruits (Chopped Small)
- ½ cup apple
- ½ cup pineapple
- ½ cup mango or papaya
- ¼ cup grapes
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds or cherries
(Avoid citrus fruits like orange – they curdle milk)
Optional Add-ins
- ¼ cup fresh cream or whipped cream
- 2 tbsp condensed milk (for richer taste)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make Custard
In a bowl, mix custard powder with ¼ cup cold milk.
Heat remaining milk with sugar until warm.
Add custard mixture slowly, stirring constantly.
Cook until thick and smooth.
Turn off heat and add vanilla. Let cool completely.
2. Prep Fruits
Chop fruits into small cubes. Pat dry if juicy.
3. Combine
Once custard is completely cool, gently fold in fruits.
Add cream or condensed milk if using.
4. Chill
Pour into small cups or containers.
Refrigerate 1–2 hours until cold and set.
Texture & Taste
- Creamy custard
- Soft juicy fruit bites
- Light, refreshing sweetness
- Perfectly spoonable
Variations
- Add soaked chia seeds or basil seeds
- Use almond or coconut milk
- Make sugar-free with sweetener
- Add jelly cubes for kids
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 24 hours
- Best eaten fresh
