Lupin Free Vanilla Pear Custard Cups

Silky, gently set, and topped with tender poached pears, these little custard cups are the kind of dessert that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. The ingredient list is refreshingly short and straightforward — whole milk, egg yolks, sugar, a real vanilla bean, and ripe pears — so there's nothing hidden or complicated to navigate. Lupin, a legume flour increasingly used as a filler or extender in packaged desserts and baked goods, simply has no place here, making this a naturally safe and satisfying choice. The custard is built the classic way: warm vanilla-steeped milk is streamed slowly into beaten yolks, strained smooth, and baked low and slow in a water bath until just set with that signature gentle wobble. Meanwhile, the pear slices are simmered briefly in a light sugar syrup until they're yielding but still hold their shape, adding a delicate floral sweetness that pairs beautifully with the rich, creamy base. Chilling the custards before serving lets everything firm up perfectly, so each spoonful is cool, smooth, and deeply satisfying. This is an elegant make-ahead dessert that proves simple, clean ingredients are all you really need.

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