BHA & BHT Free Vanilla Pear Custard Cups

Silky, cool, and delicate, these custard cups are the kind of dessert that feels far more impressive than the ingredient list suggests. Real vanilla bean steeped in warm whole milk gives the base a deep, fragrant flavor that no extract shortcut can match — and because every component here is made from scratch with simple, whole ingredients, you sidestep the synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT that sneak into so many packaged desserts and flavored mixes. The custard is gently baked in a water bath until just set, giving it that signature slow wobble and a texture that's impossibly smooth. Meanwhile, ripe pears are briefly poached in a light sugar syrup until tender but still holding their shape, then layered over the top for a fresh, elegant finish. It's a dessert that rewards patience — the chilling time is non-negotiable — but the result is a clean, refined treat that tastes like something from a proper patisserie. Four individual ramekins make it easy to serve straight from the fridge, no slicing or fussing required.

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