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Creamy Spiced Oat Custard Delight combines banana, coconut, custard, and warm spices beautifully.
Enjoy this Creamy Spiced Oat Custard Delight made with oats, coconut, banana, warm spices and creamy custard. A wholesome dessert that’s delicious served warm or chilled with fresh fruit salad.
Why You Will Love and Enjoy This Creamy Spiced Oat Custard Delight
- It’s made with everyday pantry ingredients but tastes wonderfully comforting.
- You can enjoy it warm or cold, making it perfect all year round.
- The gentle spices, creamy custard, banana, and crunchy nuts create delicious texture in every spoonful.
Additional Information
- Can this be frozen? Yes. Freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and stir well while gently reheating. You may need to add a splash of milk to restore its creamy consistency. For the best texture, add the banana and nuts after thawing rather than before freezing.
- How long can this be stored and how? Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving, as the oats will continue to absorb liquid. If needed, add a little milk while reheating or stirring to loosen the mixture.
- Can I serve it cold? Yes. It chills beautifully and develops an even creamier texture after a few hours in the refrigerator.
- Can I make it ahead? Absolutely. Prepare it a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Will the oats continue to thicken? Yes. Oats naturally absorb liquid as they stand. Simply stir in a little extra milk before serving if you’d like a softer consistency.
- Can I use quick oats? Yes, although rolled oats provide a heartier texture. If using quick oats, reduce the cooking time slightly.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Use almond, oat, or soy milk instead of dairy milk.
- Brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey can replace white sugar.
- Pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews all work well for the nuts.
- Raisins or chopped dates make a tasty addition if you’d like extra sweetness.
- Add a pinch of ground cinnamon or ground cardamom if whole spices aren’t available.
- Fresh berries, sliced pears, or diced apples can replace the banana.
Creamy Spiced Oat Custard Delight
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Easy Cooking
Description
This creamy oat dessert is simple, comforting, and surprisingly satisfying. Enjoy it warm on a chilly evening or chilled straight from the fridge with a fresh fruit salad for a lighter finish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups milk
- 1/2 cup oats
- 3 to 4 whole cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/4 cup coconut
- Sugar, to taste
- 2 tbsp custard powder
- 1/2 cup cold milk
- 1/4 cup chunky mixed nuts, roughly chopped
- 1 banana, chopped
Instructions
- Pour 3 cups milk into a medium saucepan and add the 3 to 4 lightly crushed whole cardamom pods and 2 cinnamon sticks. Bring the milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Stir in the 1/2 cup oats and 1/4 cup coconut.
- Reduce the heat and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until the oats are tender and the mixture becomes creamy and thick.
- Add sugar to taste, stirring until completely dissolved. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp custard powder and 1/2 cup cold milk until completely smooth with no lumps.
- Slowly pour the custard mixture into the hot oat mixture while stirring continuously.
- Continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until the dessert becomes smooth, thick, and silky.
- If the mixture becomes thicker than you’d like, stir in a splash of extra milk until you reach your preferred consistency.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cardamom pods and cinnamon sticks if preferred.
- Spoon the dessert into a serving dish or individual bowls.
- Scatter and mix in the 1/4 cup chunky mixed nuts (you can also add some as decoration) and top with the fruit just before serving.
- Serve warm for a comforting dessert or chill completely in the refrigerator and enjoy with a fresh fruit salad.
Notes
Prepared, tried, and tested by Nazley
Perfect for healthy dessert ideas, easy oat desserts, homemade pudding recipes, comforting family desserts, and make-ahead desserts served warm or chilled with fresh fruit.
Creamy Spiced Oat Custard Delight offers a comforting combination of creamy oats, banana, coconut, custard, and gentle spices in every spoonful. It can be served warm for a satisfying dessert or chilled with fresh fruit for a lighter finish, making it a versatile recipe that’s easy to enjoy throughout the year. With familiar ingredients and simple preparation, it’s the kind of homemade dessert that’s well worth making for family meals or special occasions.
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Oh that sounds good!
Very healthy and super yummy. <3