There are certain things I make for my family, and then there are things like this Blueberry Baked Custard that I make for myself. When I had to go dairy free, it really changed how I view food. Anytime you have to take food groups out of your diet, the ease of cooking and baking changes. In my earlier days, throwing some cream cheese, eggs, and a little sugar together would make me a beautiful baked custard. Moving forward in my later days, I can’t have cream cheese and have been forced to become more creative. Enter, my version of baked custard.
This Blueberry Baked Custard is not only rich, creamy, sweet, and delicious, but it’s also loaded with great protein, probiotics for a healthy gut, and it's high in omega-3 fatty acids from the chia seeds. So not only have I created a creamy delicious treat, but it’s also good for you! The health nut in me gets ridiculously happy about that.
Blueberry Baked Yogurt Custard
Serves 2
Berries:
- 1 cup Frozen or Fresh Blueberries
- 2 Tbsp Water
- 1 Tbsp Whole Chia Seeds
- 12 drops Liquid Stevia or 2 Tbsp Sugar
Microwave the blueberries and water for 1 minute. Stir in the chia seeds and stevia. Allow to sit 1 hour or overnight in the the fridge to thicken.
Custard:
In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, protein powder, and stevia drops. Whisk until fully combined. The mixture will be thick.
In two ramekins, evenly distribute the blueberry mixture on the bottom. Next, evenly distribute the yogurt mixture over the top. Smooth out. Place in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes, until slightly browned on top. Serve warm or refrigerate and serve cold for more of a cheesecake texture.
There are certain things I make for my family, and then there are things like this Blueberry Baked Custard that I make for myself. When I had to go dairy free, it really changed how I view food. Anytime you have to take food groups out of your diet, the ease of cooking and baking changes. In my earlier days, throwing some cream cheese, eggs, and a little sugar together would make me a beautiful baked custard. Moving forward in my later days, I can’t have cream cheese and have been forced to become more creative. Enter, my version of baked custard.
This Blueberry Baked Custard is not only rich, creamy, sweet, and delicious, but it’s also loaded with great protein, probiotics for a healthy gut, and it's high in omega-3 fatty acids from the chia seeds. So not only have I created a creamy delicious treat, but it’s also good for you! The health nut in me gets ridiculously happy about that.
