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20-Minute Fruit Custard with a Jelly Twist

Looking for the ultimate refreshing Eid treat? This 20-Minute Fruit Custard features a colorful jelly twist that kids and adults will love! It’s a creamy, eggless, and healthy-ish dessert packed with fresh seasonal fruits. A perfect way to end your festive meal on a light and sweet note.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Fusion, Global
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Milk: 500ml Full cream for best texture
  • Custard Powder: 2 tablespoons Vanilla flavor
  • Sugar: 3–4 tablespoons
  • Fresh Fruits: 1.5 cups mixed Pomegranate, Apple, Banana, Grapes
  • The Twist: ½ cup Strawberry Jelly cubes prepared in advance
  • Flavor Boost: A tiny pinch of Cinnamon or Rose water

Method
 

  1. Custard Base: Mix custard powder with 3 tablespoons of cold milk to make a smooth paste.
  2. Boil: Heat the rest of the milk with sugar. Once it boils, slowly pour in the custard paste while whisking continuously.
  3. Thicken: Simmer for 2 minutes until it coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let it cool completely (you can place the bowl in cold water to speed this up).
  4. Prep Fruits: Chop your favorite fruits into bite-sized pieces. Note: Avoid citrus fruits like orange or pineapple as they can make the custard bitter.
  5. The Twist: Drop the jelly cubes into the bottom of your serving glasses.
  6. Assemble: Mix the chopped fruits into the cooled custard and pour over the jelly.
  7. Garnish: Top with a few pomegranate seeds and a mint leaf. Serve chilled.

Notes

Tips

  • The Jelly Twist: If you don't have jelly, you can swap it for a layer of chopped nuts or a drizzle of chocolate syrup at the bottom for a different "twist."
  • Don't Mix Early: Always add the fruits to the custard only when it is completely cool. Adding fruits to hot custard will make it watery.
  • Consistency: If the custard becomes too thick after refrigerating, whisk in 2 tablespoons of chilled milk or fresh cream before serving.