Fruit Custard is a delicious dessert that balances the texture of the delightful custard with colourful, fresh fruits. One of the most sought-after desserts during celebrations, family gatherings, and potluck parties, its vibrant appearance and luscious taste will not leave dessert lovers feeling ordinary. The fruit custard recipe is refreshing and easy. The base of the fruit custard is made from smooth custard. Usually, preparation involves whisking milk, sugar, and egg yolks together; it is cooked gently over low heat till it thickens, hence the velvety, creamy texture. Once the custard is set, it is cooled down and mixed with fresh fruits. This could be bananas, apples, oranges, grapes, mangoes, and many berries. The recipe of Fruit Custard is simple and deliciously satisfying. This will give a contrasting flavour of sweetness from the fruits to the creaminess of the custard. It is flavourful and pleasing to the eye, making this a colourful dessert that invites everyone to have more. The beauty of fruit custard is that it can be prepared and chilled in individual cups. It can be layered in parfait glasses, and a large bowl serves to share with others. A splash of vanilla extract can make it even more breathtaking, and the tang of cardamom gives its aroma and taste depth. This dessert is indulgent but healthier since it contains fruits that add vitamin and mineral content to it. Be it a treat in itself or served on cakes or pastries, fruit custard is undoubtedly the favourite treat, and the taste buds of the young and old never fail to raise their hands in cheer. Because of its simplicity and freshness, fruit custard remains a timeless classic in the world of desserts.

• 21/2 cup milk
• 3 tbsp custard powder
• 1/4 cup warm milk
• 4-5 tbsp sugar
• 1 apple
• 1/2 mango
• 1 banana
• 1/2 pomegranate

• In a small mixing bowl, add custard powder and about ¼ cup of cold milk gradually. Whisk until there are no lumps or thick lumps in this mixture. This is because adding custard powder directly into hot milk would most likely form clumps.
• Pour the remaining milk into a saucepan and add sugar and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium flame, stirring occasionally, until milk is warm. You are not aiming to boil it; you want to make it warm enough so that the sugar will dissolve into it.
• Dissolve the custard powder and sugar in warm milk, stir well and keep the heat low. Now start pouring the mixture into the saucepan with the milk while continuously whisking the mixture. It will help in the proper incorporation of custard powder into milk.
• Stir the mixture over low heat until it gets to thicken. You will start noticing this happening in a few minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon. This is the critical stage for the rich and creamy texture.
• Once the custard has thickened, remove the heat and stir in the vanilla extract; this will give your custard tremendous flavouring. Let it cool down to room temperature a little before proceeding as follows.
• Wash all the fruits very well under running water; this serves to get rid of any dirt or pesticide marks, thus making them clean and wholesome for consumption.
• Use a sharp knife and chopping board to chop all the fruits.
• Slice the banana, cut the apple into small cubes, and cut the grapes halves. Segment the orange, and prepare the mixed berries. If using pineapple, chop it into bite-sized chunks. You need to achieve uniform pieces for a appetizing presentation.
• Gently toss all the chopped fruits in a large mixing bowl together. That will now give you a appetizing mixture that will contrast perfectly with the creamy custard that is to be put at the bottom.
• Serve with glasses or bowls: Your glasses or bowls are ready to be served.
• Spoon a layer of custard at the bottom first. That is already the base for your fruit.
• Add a generous layer of mixed fruits over the custard. The bright colours of fruit pieces give a treat to the eye, and the combination in the mouth is lip-smacking.
• Layer the glasses with custard and fruit until the glasses are full. Ensure you get at least two layers for both of them and finish with a custard layer. This only makes it appetizing but also ensures every mouthful is going to be super tasty.
• If you like cold fruit custard, cover the glasses and refrigerate them for 1-2 hours. Chill allows the flavours to spend more time together and will highlight the whole taste.
• Add garnishes just before serving. Some chopped nuts, a dollop of whipped cream, or a mint leaf can add a nice touch.
• Serve in individual glasses, with each guest having his/her spoon. The combination of creamy custard and fresh fruit is sure to impress your friends and family.
• Use seasonal fruits for the best flavour and freshness. You can also customise the fruits according to your preference or what is available.
• flavoured custard powders, like chocolate or mango, are also a great option. You can also add the milk with the spices of cardamom or cinnamon as a variation, or try including some cinnamon, cardamom, or even star anise in the milk to give it a unique flavour.
• Replace dairy milk by using almond milk or coconut milk, and make sure the custard powder you use is also plant-based.
• Add crushed cookies, granola, or nuts into it before serving for crunch. That gives a great contrasting texture to the smooth custard.
• Layer fruits only after cooling the custard well. Do not do so because the fruits will be soggy.