Vegetarian Vanilla Pear Custard Cups

Silky, gently set, and topped with tender poached pears, 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 floral, aromatic depth that extract simply cannot replicate, and the slow water bath bake ensures every ramekin comes out with that signature slow wobble — creamy all the way through. The pears are simmered just until yielding in a light sugar syrup, so they drape beautifully over the custard without turning mushy or losing their delicate shape. Everything here is naturally meat-free, built entirely from eggs, dairy, fruit, and pantry staples, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess. It's an elegant make-ahead option too — the custards chill in the fridge and the pears wait in their poaching liquid until you're ready to plate. Whether you're finishing a dinner party or just treating yourself on a quiet evening, these little cups deliver a genuinely restaurant-worthy result from your own kitchen.

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