My Keto Custard recipe needs just four ingredients and really is delicious, with just 1g net carbs! Childhood memories, of my brothers and I drinking custard out of a carton, make it a very nostalgic treat for me :).
This recipe was originally published in January 2020 to the website. It was updated in October 2021.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Quick and Easy – This recipe is just as simple to make as a traditional custard.
Keto-Pantry Ingredients – Using just four keto essential ingredients, this recipe gives you a silky and delicious custard.
Easily converted – It is easy to convert to a dairy free custard (and paleo custard) by simply substituting cream with coconut cream.
Versatile – Keto Custard can be enjoyed on its own, or as a topping for another keto dessert, like Paleo Chocolate Cake. It can also be used to make other keto desserts. (See the variations below.)
Thermomix Friendly – making sugar free custard in the Thermomix is super easy. The Thermomix custard method is actually one of my favourite keto Thermomix recipes of all time!
The Ingredients
Keep reading for more details on the ingredients, substitutes and step by step instructions on how to make Easy Keto Custard.
Egg custard with just 4 simple ingredients and none of them is sugar!
Thickened cream – This is also known as heavy cream. Use coconut cream for a dairy-free custard recipe.
Vanilla – You can use either vanilla extract or a scraped vanilla bean.
Sweetener – I use Sukrin Melis but you can use Natvia from your local supermarket as well.
Egg Yolks – Egg yolks are a thickening agent and make the egg custard smooth and rich.
How To Make Keto Egg Custard
You can choose to make keto custard in a saucepan on a stove top, or in a Thermomix, Magimix or similar thermal-cooker.
Scroll down to the recipe card for the full recipe, ingredients, tips, and method to make keto milk.
CHEF’S HOT TIP: There are a couple of important things to note with the conventional method to ensure a perfect keto custard.
- Firstly, temperature is very important. When cooking with the conventional method be careful to keep the temperature low. A custard is mainly eggs and if overheated, you will end up with an eggy custard or worse still, sweetened scrambled eggs!
- Secondly, keep whisking continuously and don’t leave the custard unattended while on the heat. It helps to keep the consistency smooth if you are whisking and taking note of the thickening of the keto custard.
Step 1: Add cream and vanilla to a small saucepan. Whisk mixture over medium heat until it reaches a low simmer and remove from heat.
Step 2: In a separate bowl whisk together sweetener and egg yolks. Stir the yolk mixture through the cream mixture. Return the saucepan to the heat, and whisk continuously until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. (See Recipe Variations * below to make Pastry Cream).
How to Make Custard In a Thermomix
Step 1: Insert whisk attachment. Add ingredients to mixing bowl. Cook 9 min/90 ̊C/Speed 4. Cool.
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Recipe Variations
Pastry Cream
After Step 2, whisk 2 tablespoons of butter and ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum into the custard, after taking the saucepan off the heat. Push through a sieve to remove any lumps. Leave to cool at room temperature then press cling film over surface of pastry cream before transferring to the fridge. Refrigerate 2-3 hours.
Chocolate Keto Custard
Add 2 tablespoons of cacao or zero-carb hot chocolate powder. Our Keto Chocolate Pudding is amazing! Another incredible keto egg recipe that is so simple (and the kids will love).
Dairy-Free
You can easily substitute coconut cream for the thickened cream to make a dairy-free option.
Smoothies
Add to a smoothie with some low carb berries.
Custard Ice Cream
Freeze the egg custard and blend to create a delicious ice cream or soft serve custard.
Custard Tart
This Keto Custard will set slightly firm when refrigerated overnight, so it can be poured into a keto shortcrust pastry shell before refrigerating until set. Or you can make our amazing Keto Custard Tart recipe too!
Keto Créme Brûlée
Set the custard in small ramekins or jars. Sprinkle with powdered erythritol. Using a butane torch caramelise the sweetener until you have a crisp toffee bark.
Other Ways To Use Low Carb Custard
Serve over keto desserts like Faux Apple Crumble, or Chocolate Bavarian Pie. It is also delicious as an accompaniment for a simple jelly or low carb berries.
Related Recipes
Low Carb Custard is a simple but delicious dessert, perfect for satisfying the “after-dinner” craving for something sweet.
Hot Tips & FAQs
Yes, you can! I have a recipe for Hot Choc Powder in my The Healthy Family cookbook ๐
This recipe is suitable to be made in larger batches if preferred. You can double, triple or quadruple the recipe if you have a large family.
The custard can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I don’t recommend freezing it as it can separate when defrosting, and it’s much better freshly made.
When pastry cream cools, it can form a skin on the surface. Pressing cling film over the surface stops this from happening.
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Easy Keto Custard Recipe
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Ingredients
- 200 ml (7 floz) thickened cream
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) vanilla extract or a scraped vanilla bean
- 1 tablespoon (1 tablespoon) powdered sweetener
- 3 (3) eggs yolks
TO MAKE PASTRY CREAM
- 2 tablespoons (2 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) xanthan gum
Instructions
CONVENTIONAL METHOD
- Add cream and vanilla to a small saucepan. Whisk over medium heat until it reaches a low simmer and remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl whisk together sweetener and egg yolks. Whisk into the cream mixture.
- Return to the heat and continue whisking until custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Serve warm or chill for later.
To Make Pastry Cream
- If making Pastry Cream; whisk through butter and xanthan gum after taking off the heat. Push through a sieve to remove any lumps.
- Leave to cool at room temperature then press cling film over surface of pastry cream and transfer to the fridge. Refrigerate 2-3 hours.
THERMAL METHOD
- Insert whisk attachment. Add all ingredients to mixer; cook 9 min/90 ̊C/speed 4.
- If making Pastry Cream, add butter and xanthan gum to custard after step 1. Mix 1 min/speed 4. Scrape down sides of bowl; mix 30 sec/speed 4.
- Leave to cool at room temperature then press cling film over surface of pastry cream and transfer to the fridge. Refrigerate 2-3 hours.
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Megan Ellam is an Australian keto recipes blogger and author of amazing keto cookbooks such as Slow Cook Keto, Keto Loco, The Healthy Family Keto Cookbook and Every Day Keto.
Megan has been following a ketogenic diet since being diagnosed with insulin resistance in early 2017.
75 responses to “Easy Keto Custard (only 4 Ingredients)”
Love this! I’ve never tried making custard because of its sugar content so this recipe is perfect for me yay!
Wow, this custard truly is perfect!! I love how easy it is to make. I know I will be making this over and over again this year, thanks so much for the recipe ๐That is so awesome
I really like custard desserts and this keto custard looks so good. I love all the ways you can use it too. Brulรฉed sounds divine!Enjoy!
What a simple and delicious dessert!Glad you enjoyed it Liz
I’ve learned a lot on the keto diet. I’m so thankful for recipes like this that help make doing keto easy!You are very welcome Leslie.
Finding a tasty keto-friendly sweet treat has been challenging so I’m so thankful I came across this recipe. It’s not only simple but delicious too. Will be making time and time again.
Awesome. I hope you find plenty to love Jessica.
I made the pastry cream and it was wonderful! I meant it as a filling but just ate it as is. ๐Haha! I know the feeling Alex.
This was so delicious! My husband especially loved this custard. Thanks for the great recipe!You are very welcome Erin.
Such a delicious custard and I love that it’s keto too! Yum!Glad you enjoyed it Gwynn.
Great dessert! Super creamy and just the right amount of sweetness.Coconut cream is such a nice option and especially enjoyed with cake or even waffles !
I have always wanted a Thermomix have seen so many good dishes done on it. This custard looks so good. Now I need to buy myself a Thermomix for Christmas.Haha! I hope Santa drops one down the chimney for you
Great instructions and one super creamy treat. Loved that vanilla flavour.So happy you loved it
Yum what a simple and delicious dessert! Can be dressed up or just served on its own which I love! Thank you for the easy to follow instructions as well.You are very welcome Chandice
What a delicious custard! It came out so rich and creamy with the perfect vanilla flavor.Awesome
So smooth and creamy!! Loved this recipe!Yay! So happy you enjoyed it Addie.
This keto custard looks delicious and easy to make!It is Genevieve! You must try it.
This was delicious. As a diabetic this recipe is perfect for me. Thank you.Yay! That is so great Oscar. It is just like the real stuff without the glucose push.
This vanilla custard turned out great! Your instructions were perfect! I will definitely be making it again! Thanks!That is so great to hear Jeri~
Love using vanilla custard. Great sugar-free alternative.Isnt it Luca! So glad you enjoyed it.
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