Sesame Free Vanilla Pear Custard Cups

Silky, cool, and delicate, these vanilla custard cups topped with lightly poached pears are the kind of dessert that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. A real vanilla bean steeped in warm whole milk gives the custard a deep, fragrant flavor that extract simply can't match. The water bath method keeps the heat gentle and even, which is what produces that impossibly smooth, just-set texture with a slow wobble at the center. Custard-style desserts can sometimes hide unexpected additives when you buy them pre-made, but every ingredient here is straightforward — milk, egg yolks, sugar, and a pinch of salt, nothing more. The poached pears are simmered in a light sugar syrup until just tender, so they stay elegant and hold their shape beautifully when fanned across the top. It's a naturally sesame-free dessert from start to finish, with no sauces, coatings, or garnishes that could introduce hidden risk. Elegant enough for a dinner party, simple enough for a quiet weeknight treat.

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