Cinnamon Free Vanilla Pear Custard Cups

Silky, cool, and delicate, these custard cups are the kind of dessert that feels far more impressive than the effort required to make them. A real vanilla bean does all the heavy lifting here, steeping in warm whole milk until the mixture is deeply fragrant and floral — no spice blends, no shortcuts, just clean and pure flavor. The water bath method is the secret to that perfectly set, trembling texture that slides off a spoon like a dream. Poached pear slices draped over the top add a soft, lightly sweet contrast that makes every bite feel a little luxurious. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this is the kind of elegant dessert that proves you are not missing out — warm spices are simply not needed when the ingredients are this good on their own. The recipe is straightforward enough for a weeknight but polished enough to serve to guests, and the make-ahead chilling step actually makes entertaining easier.

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