Custard with Cream – Easy 3 Egg Yolk Keto Custard

Custard With Cream Recipe – how to make easy homemade dessert using just 3 egg yolks, cream and keto-friendly sweetener. This rich and creamy keto custard is sugar free, quick to make and perfect for using leftover egg yolks. Enjoy it warm on its own or serve with your favourite low-carb dessert.

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Custard With Cream Recipe

This Custard with Cream is a rich, creamy and easy homemade custard made with just 3 egg yolks, cream and sweetener.

It’s a simple keto and sugar-free dessert that’s lovely served warm on its own or poured over your favourite low-carb desserts.

If you have three egg yolks leftover from another recipe, this is an easy way to turn them into a delicious homemade custard.

Why You’ll Love This Custard With Cream

Only 3 main ingredients – egg yolks, cream and sweetener.
Quick and easy – homemade custard doesn’t need to be complicated.
Rich and creamy – using cream gives this custard a lovely rich flavor and smooth texture.
Keto and sugar free – there’s no added sugar.
A great way to use egg yolks – perfect when you have leftover yolks to use up.
Versatile – enjoy it warm as a dessert or use it as a creamy topping for other desserts.

The Simple Ingredients You’ll Need

Egg Yolks

You’ll need 3 egg yolks for this recipe. Egg yolks naturally help thicken the custard while also giving it a rich, creamy texture.

Save the egg whites for another recipe.

Cream

I use 1 cup (240ml) of double cream/heavy cream.

The cream gives the custard its rich, creamy consistency.

Sweetener

You’ll need 2 tablespoons of your preferred keto-friendly sweetener.

I like using powdered sweetener because it dissolves easily into the warm cream.

You can adjust the sweetness to taste.

Optional Vanilla

For a vanilla custard, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

This is optional, but vanilla works especially well in a simple custard like this.

How To Make Custard With Cream

Whisking the egg yolks and sweetener together

1. Whisk the egg yolks

Place the 3 egg yolks in a medium-sized bowl and whisk until smooth.

Add the sweetener and whisk again until fully combined.

2. Warm the cream

Pour the cream into a small saucepan.

Warm it on the stove top over a low to medium heat until it’s hot and steaming, but don’t bring it to a boil.

If you’re using vanilla extract, you can add it to the cream at this stage or stir it through the finished custard.

3. Slowly add the cream

Very slowly pour the warm cream into the egg yolks while whisking continuously.

Adding the cream gradually helps to prevent the egg yolks from scrambling.

4. Cook the custard

Whisking all of the ingredients together on the stove top

Clean the saucepan and pour the mixture back into the cleaned saucepan.

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or spatula.

The custard will gradually thicken.

This can take several minutes, so keep the heat low and stir continuously.

The custard is ready when it has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Don’t let it boil, as high heat can cause the eggs to scramble and give you a lumpy custard.

5. Serve

Remove the custard from the heat and serve warm or allow it to cool and refrigerate it to enjoy later.

How To Tell When Custard Is Ready

The easiest way to tell is with a spoon. Dip a spoon into the custard and then run your finger through it. If the custard stays separated and doesn’t immediately run back together, it’s thick enough.

Remember that the custard will also thicken more as it cools.

What To Serve With Keto Custard

This homemade custard is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with other keto desserts.

Try it with:

You could also spoon cooled custard over berries for a very simple dessert.

Can You Make Custard With Cream Ahead?

Yes. The custard can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Allow it to cool, then cover and refrigerate.

It will become thicker as it chills. If you’d like to serve it warm again, gently reheat it over low heat, stirring regularly. Avoid boiling the custard.

How To Store Homemade Custard

Store leftover custard in a covered container in the refrigerator. For the best texture, enjoy it within a couple of days.

The custard will thicken in the refrigerator, so you may find that it needs a gentle stir before serving.

Tips For Making Custard With Cream

How to make easy keto custard with 3 ingredients

Keep the heat low. The most important thing when making homemade custard is avoiding high heat.

Add the cream slowly. Gradually adding the warm cream to the egg yolks while whisking helps prevent the yolks from scrambling.

Don’t boil the custard. Once the custard has thickened, remove it from the heat.

Don’t worry if it looks slightly thin at first. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Use powdered sweetener. This tends to dissolve more easily than a granulated sweetener.

Variations

Vanilla Custard

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for a classic vanilla custard.

Cinnamon Custard

Add a small pinch of cinnamon for a warm, lightly spiced version.

Chocolate Custard

For a chocolate version, you could whisk a little unsweetened cocoa powder into the egg yolk mixture before adding the cream.

Why Make Homemade Custard?

Homemade custard is surprisingly simple to make, and you only need a few ingredients.

This version is particularly useful when you have three leftover egg yolks and don’t want them to go to waste.

The result is a rich, creamy custard that can be enjoyed as a simple dessert or paired with your favourite keto cakes and baked desserts.

Custard With Cream Recipe - how to make easy homemade dessert using just 3 egg yolks, cream and keto-friendly sweetener. This rich and creamy keto custard is sugar free

Custard with Cream – Easy 3 Egg Yolk Keto Custard Recipe

Ingredients

3 egg yolks
1 cup (240ml) double cream/heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered keto-friendly sweetener
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional

Instructions

Add the egg yolks to a bowl and whisk until smooth.
Add the sweetener and whisk until well combined.
Pour the cream into a small saucepan and heat gently until hot and steaming. Do not boil.
Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg yolks while whisking continuously.
Pour the mixture back into the saucepan.
Cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Remove from the heat and stir through the vanilla extract, if using.
Serve warm or allow to cool before refrigerating.

Important: Keep the heat low and don’t allow the custard to boil, as this can cause the egg yolks to scramble.

Notes

The custard will thicken further as it cools.

For a smoother custard, you can strain it through a fine-mesh sieve before serving.

Store covered in the refrigerator and use within a couple of days.

Custard With Cream Video Tutorial

Here’s the video where you can watch the easy custard with cream being prepared, step by step. Hit play below or click here to watch on YouTube.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is custard keto?

Traditional custard is usually made with sugar, which increases the carbohydrate content. This homemade custard uses a keto-friendly sweetener instead of sugar, making it suitable for a keto or low-carb diet.

Can I use heavy cream instead of milk?

Yes. This recipe is made specifically with cream rather than milk, giving you a rich and creamy custard.

Can I make custard with just egg yolks and cream?

Yes. Egg yolks and cream make a rich custard, while a keto-friendly sweetener adds sweetness.

Why did my custard scramble?

The most common reason is that the custard was cooked over too high a heat. Keep the temperature low and stir continuously. When adding the warm cream to the egg yolks, pour it in slowly while whisking.

Will the custard thicken as it cools?

Yes. Homemade custard becomes thicker as it cools, and it will become considerably thicker after refrigeration.

Can I use granulated sweetener?

Yes, although powdered sweetener generally dissolves more easily. If using a different sweetener, adjust the amount according to its sweetness.