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A warm, comforting baked custard pudding with the unique texture and nutty flavor of Grape-Nuts cereal. This classic New England dessert is simple to make and tastes like a hug in a bowl, perfect for a cozy evening.
For 8 servings
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Generously butter a 1.5-quart (or 8x8 inch) baking dish.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until it is steaming and small bubbles form around the edges, about 4-5 minutes. Do not let it come to a full boil. This is called scalding.
Place the Grape-Nuts cereal in a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot milk over the cereal. Let the mixture stand for 15 minutes to allow the cereal to soften.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together until they are well-combined, smooth, and slightly pale in color. Whisk in the ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Temper the eggs to prevent them from scrambling. While whisking constantly, slowly pour about one cup of the warm milk and cereal mixture into the egg mixture. Once combined, pour this tempered egg mixture back into the large bowl with the rest of the milk and cereal.
Stir the melted butter and vanilla extract into the custard base until everything is fully incorporated.
Pour the final mixture into the prepared baking dish. Place this dish inside a larger roasting pan.
A warm, comforting baked custard pudding with the unique texture and nutty flavor of Grape-Nuts cereal. This classic New England dessert is simple to make and tastes like a hug in a bowl, perfect for a cozy evening.
This new_england recipe takes 75 minutes to prepare and yields 8 servings. At 235.21 calories per serving with 8g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for dessert.
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Create a water bath (bain-marie) by carefully pouring hot water into the larger roasting pan until the water level reaches halfway up the sides of the baking dish. This ensures gentle, even cooking.
Carefully transfer the pans to the preheated oven. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. The pudding is done when the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle (like gelatin). A knife inserted about an inch from the center should come out clean.
Once baked, carefully remove the baking dish from the water bath and place it on a wire rack to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving. The pudding will continue to set as it cools. Serve warm.
Add 1/2 cup of raisins or dried cranberries to the cereal when you add the hot milk to let them plump up.
For a deeper flavor, replace the granulated sugar with an equal amount of light brown sugar or 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup (reduce milk by 1/4 cup if using maple syrup).
Add a pinch of ground cardamom or allspice along with the cinnamon and nutmeg for a more complex spice profile.
With four large eggs and four cups of milk, this pudding provides a good amount of protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
The whole milk used in this recipe is an excellent source of calcium, a vital mineral for maintaining strong bones and teeth, as well as proper nerve and muscle function.
Grape-Nuts cereal is fortified with several B-vitamins, including folic acid and thiamin, which play a key role in energy metabolism and converting food into fuel.
Grapenut pudding is a classic baked custard dessert from New England. It features Grape-Nuts cereal, which is soaked in hot milk to soften, then baked into a sweet, spiced egg custard, resulting in a unique, slightly chewy texture.
The water bath provides gentle, indirect heat, which is crucial for egg-based custards. It prevents the eggs from overheating and curdling, ensuring the pudding bakes evenly and results in a smooth, creamy texture rather than a rubbery one.
The pudding is done when the edges are set, but the center still has a slight jiggle, similar to set gelatin. You can also test it by inserting a thin knife about an inch from the center; it should come out clean. Be careful not to overbake.
Yes, you can bake it a day in advance. Let it cool completely, then cover and refrigerate. It can be served cold or gently reheated in a low-temperature oven or microwave before serving.
A single serving of this Grapenut Pudding contains approximately 290-320 calories, depending on the exact ingredients used, such as the fat content of the milk.
Grapenut Pudding is a dessert and is best enjoyed in moderation. While it contains beneficial nutrients like protein and calcium from the milk and eggs, and fiber from the cereal, it is also high in sugar and saturated fat from the whole milk and butter.
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