Honey Free White Peach Vanilla Custard Cups

There is something quietly luxurious about a silky, set custard topped with fresh fruit, and this version delivers that elegance without any fuss. Real vanilla bean steeped in warm whole milk gives the base a deep, floral sweetness that extract simply cannot replicate, while the water bath in the oven ensures each cup sets gently and evenly into that signature slow-wobble texture. Sweetened entirely with plain granulated sugar, this recipe is a natural fit for anyone avoiding bee-derived ingredients — no swaps or substitutions needed, just straightforward pantry staples doing beautiful work. The white peach topping is where things get really special. A quick toss with a spoonful of sugar draws out the peaches' natural juice, turning the slices glossy and fragrant in just five minutes. White peaches tend to be more delicate and floral than their yellow counterparts, so they pair perfectly with the vanilla-forward custard beneath them. Spoon them over each chilled cup right before serving and the contrast of cool, creamy custard against the lightly macerated fruit is genuinely stunning. This is the kind of dessert that looks like it came from a patisserie but comes together in your own kitchen with a handful of simple ingredients.

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