Easy Apple Custard Bake

Apple Custard Bake (Simple & Homemade)

Serves

2–3 people

Ingredients

• 2 medium apples
• 2 large eggs
• 3 tablespoons sugar (white or brown)
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for greasing the dish)
• Pinch of salt

Equipment

• Small baking dish (about 15–18 cm / 6–7 inches)
• Bowl
• Fork or whisk
• Knife

Instructions

1. Preheat oven
   Set oven to 180°C / 350°F.
2. Prepare apples
   • Peel apples (optional).
   • Core and slice thinly.
   • Put slices in a bowl and mix with 1 tablespoon sugar and cinnamon.
3. Prepare baking dish
   • Grease dish with butter or oil.
   • Spread apples evenly in the dish.
4. Make custard
   • In a bowl, whisk eggs with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and vanilla.
   • Mix until smooth and slightly foamy.
5. Assemble
   • Pour egg mixture evenly over the apples.
   • Gently press apples down so they’re mostly covered.
6. Bake
   • Bake for 25–30 minutes.
   • Top should be set and lightly golden.
   • A knife inserted in the center should come out mostly clean.
7. Cool & serve
   • Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
   • Serve warm or cold.