12 Irresistible Custard Desserts That’ll Melt in Your Mouth!
If you’re a fan of rich, creamy desserts, these 12 irresistible custard treats are about to become your new favorites. From classic baked custards to creative twists you’ve never tried, each one is smooth, indulgent, and totally melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself, these recipes are guaranteed to impress. Get your spoons ready—dessert bliss is just a bite away!
Crema Catalana (Spanish Custard)
Rich and decadent Crema Catalana (Catalan cream) is a custard dessert infused with citrus peels, cinnamon and vanilla bean. it’s smooth, creamy texture and crunchy burnt sugar topping, makes this creamy dessert absolutely irresistible.
Custard Apple Pie with Meringue
This custard apple pie is as easy as it gets and it only takes 15 minutes to prep! Made on a biscuit base and loaded with cinnamon apples and vanilla custard, this pie is irresistibly delicious. Topped with pillowy soft meringue and baked to perfection, this light and airy dessert is perfect for summer.
Custard Cake Recipe (Kremsnita Cake from Croatia)
This Custard Cake, also called Kremsnita Cake in Croatia, is a beautiful cake made with layers of puff pastry, custard, and whipped cream. It is light, airy, and creamy. This is perfect for celebrating any occasion!
Creamy Vanilla Custard
There is nothing that compares to a homemade vanilla custard. Velvety and smooth, serve it with fresh berries or cinnamon.
Classic Custard Pie
Custard pie is classic dessert that features a silky-smooth custard filling. This creamy treat is easy to make and perfect for all seasons. Enjoy it on its own, sprinkled with cinnamon or topped with cream and fresh fruit.
Blueberry Custard Pie
This Blueberry Custard Pie is the perfect easy spring/summer dessert! It is flavored with blueberries and lemons and has a delicious sugar cookie crust.
Lavender Crème Brûlée
Imagine using your spoon to crack the crisp caramelised sugar surface then sinking in to the creamy velvet custard. It’s pure perfection.
Sugar Cream Pie (Creme Brulee Pie)
This sugar cream pie has a delightfully flaky crust filled with a creamy filling full of vanilla flavor. It’s topped with a torched buttery cinnamon and nutmeg blend to create the perfect texture and flavor, similar to creme brulee.
Natillas (Spanish custard)
Natillas is a wonderfully smooth and creamy Spanish custard, just the right level of sweet with a gentle cinnamon and citrus flavor. It’s easy to make, perfect for making ahead and a delicious dessert or treat whenever you choose.
Creme Anglaise (vanilla custard)
Creme Anglaise is a vanilla pouring custard that’s smooth, creamy, gently sweet and delicious. Easy to make, delicious served chilled as a dessert in itself, or warm with eg crumbles and crisps.
Chawanmushi (Japanese savory egg custard)
Chawanmushi is a silky-smooth savory egg custard that’s a popular side with Japanese meals. It’s easy to make, adaptable and so delicious.
Coconut Flan (Flan de Coco)
You don’t have to be on a tropical vacation to enjoy a slice of this silky-smooth orange-kissed Coconut Flan – it’s just as easy to make at home! A tasty variation on the classic, this flan de coco combines a creamy coconut custard with an orange-rum caramel crown.
