Mediterranean Fruit Custard Cups

😋 Yum! Mediterranean Fruit Custard Cups (10-Minute Dessert)

No changes needed • Party-perfect • Creamy, fruity & refreshing

This colorful dessert is a Mediterranean-inspired fruit custard that’s light, creamy, and irresistibly fresh. It comes together in just 10 minutes, looks beautiful on the table, and tastes even better chilled. No wonder everyone loved it at your dinner party!


🌿 Mediterranean Touch

  • Fresh seasonal fruits

  • Light, creamy base (not heavy or overly sweet)

  • Naturally refreshing, perfect after meals


📝 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

Fruits (use what you love):

  • 1 cup apple, small diced

  • 1 cup banana, diced

  • 1 cup mango or pineapple, diced

  • ½ cup grapes, chopped

  • ½ cup strawberries or papaya, diced

  • 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional, Mediterranean flair)

Custard Base:

  • 2 cups cold milk

  • 3 tbsp vanilla custard powder

  • 3–4 tbsp sugar or honey (adjust to taste)

  • ¼ cup heavy cream or fresh cream (optional, for extra richness)


👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare the fruits
    Wash, peel, and dice all fruits into small, even cubes. Set aside.

  2. Make the custard

    • Take ½ cup cold milk and dissolve custard powder in it.

    • Heat remaining milk in a saucepan over medium heat.

    • Add sugar or honey and stir until dissolved.

    • Slowly add the custard mixture, stirring constantly.

    • Cook 2–3 minutes until thick and smooth.

    • Remove from heat and let cool completely.

  3. Assemble
    Gently fold fruits into the cooled custard.

  4. Chill & serve
    Spoon into cups or bowls. Refrigerate 30–60 minutes for best flavor.


🍨 Serving Tips

  • Serve well chilled

  • Garnish with mint leaves or crushed pistachios

  • Perfect for parties, potlucks, or family desserts


❓ Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! It keeps well in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Q: Can I skip cream?
A: Absolutely. It’s still delicious and lighter without it.

Q: Which fruits should I avoid?
A: Avoid watermelon and citrus—they release water and thin the custard.

Q: Can I make it sugar-free?
A: Yes, use honey, dates syrup, or a sugar-free sweetener.

Q: Can kids eat this?
A: Definitely! It’s a kid-favorite dessert.

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