Puddings and Custards

Baked Custard Mix in a Mug

Make a baked custard mix in a mug with sugar, cornstarch, raisins and nutmeg. Pack it in a mug with the directions for an easy, frugal homemade gift.

Baked Custard Mix in a Mug

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A small dry mix of sugar, cornstarch, raisins and nutmeg packed in a bag inside an oven-safe mug. Add milk, vanilla and an egg yolk to bake a single custard.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
CourseDessert
CuisineAmerican
Servings1 serving
Calories361

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon raisins
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk beaten

Equipment

  • zip-top bags
  • mug
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl

Directions
 

  1. Stir the sugar, cornstarch, raisins, and nutmeg together and slip them into a small zip-top bag.
  2. Set the bag in an oven-safe mug that holds 1 1/2 to 2 cups.

Notes

Heat oven to 325°F. Bring the milk to a simmer in a medium pan. In a small bowl, combine the mix with the vanilla and beaten egg yolk. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the hot milk, then slowly add the rest, stirring until smooth. Pour into the mug and bake 15 minutes.
Storage: dry mix airtight in a cool, dry place up to 12 months. Baked custard refrigerated within 2 hours, use within 3 to 4 days.
Gifting: line mug with tissue, add colored cellophane and ribbon, include baking directions.

Nutrition

Serving: 333g | Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6.3g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 210mg | Sodium: 179mg | Potassium: 471mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 666IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 312mg | Iron: 1.1mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, as cooked, 1 servings from the whole mix with 1 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 egg yolk, beaten; milk counted as whole milk. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.