What’s visible in the image
- Mixed diced fruits (apple, banana, mango, pineapple, grapes, pomegranate)
- Thick vanilla custard base
- Small jelly cubes (red & green)
- Lightly chilled, served in individual cups
🥭 Fruit Custard Recipe (Serves 4–6)
Ingredients
Custard Base
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp custard powder (vanilla flavor)
- 2–3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
Fruits (chopped small)
- 1 apple
- 1 banana
- ½ cup mango
- ½ cup pineapple
- ½ cup grapes
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
Extras (optional but common)
- ½ cup strawberry or mixed jelly cubes
- 2 tbsp fresh cream or evaporated milk (for richness)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Make Custard
- Dissolve custard powder in ¼ cup cold milk.
- Heat remaining milk with sugar until warm.
- Slowly add custard mixture, stirring continuously.
- Cook until thick and smooth.
- Let it cool completely (very important).
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Prepare Fruits
- Chop fruits into small cubes.
- Avoid citrus fruits (orange, pineapple can be added only if very fresh).
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Combine
- Add fruits and jelly to cooled custard.
- Mix gently until well coated.
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Chill
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
- Serve cold in bowls or cups.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Fruit Custard
- Custard must be fully cooled before adding fruits (prevents sour taste).
- Add banana just before serving.
- For thicker custard, reduce milk slightly.
- For party servings, prepare in individual cups like the image.
🍽 Variations
- Healthier: Use low-fat milk + less sugar
- Creamy deluxe: Add whipped cream
- Kids’ favorite: Extra jelly + colorful fruits
