South Beach Chilled Espresso Custard

Submitted by Kitcatrenee

"A nice dessert custard - perfect for Phase 1, 2 or 3 on the South Beach Diet. Came from the South Beach Cookbook."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups skim milk
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3 tablespoons sugar substitute
• 2 teaspoons espresso powder or 2 teaspoons instant coffee
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

directions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until well blended. Pour into four 6 ounce custard cups or ramekins and place in a 10" skillet.
2. Fill the skillet with water to 1/2" from the top of the custard cups. Bring the water to a boil overhigh heat. Reduce the heat to low; cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the cups from the skillet, cover with plastic wrap touching the surface of the pudding, and refrigerate for 3 hours, or until chilled. Garnish with cinnamon if desired.
3. (Also tastes good warm).

Reviews

[mizunihung]

The custard turned out to be a somewhat watery and the texture was a bit off so I am taking off one star. However, the taste was quite good. In addition to the tablespoons of espresso powder, I also added a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder for an espresso chocolate custard with cinnamon! Going through phase 1 of the South Beach Diet is not easy and having these tasty desserts makes everything less monotonous.

 

[noramontgomery]

I've made this several times....it is great. I experimented and added 3 T cocoa powder; great. I've even added 3 T peanut butter....yummy.

 

[sandeejz]

This is really good if you use 1 packet starbucks instant coffee and 1% milk like the original South Beach cookbook reads, not skim. After simmering for 10 minutes turn off the stove and let it stand in the hot water for 5 more minutes. Enjoy it warm or cold.

 

[Grimms Restaurant T]

I'm a personal chef and I made this for a client today... I get to replace it tomorrow. Nuff said.

 

[lizeroo]

Made these and threw 2 of the 4 portions away. The first couple of bites are good but the custard is watery and frankly, it's just not worth it. I'd rather have a piece of fruit!