Nightshade Free White Peach Vanilla Custard Cups

Silky, cool, and crowned with jewel-like white peach slices, these custard cups are the kind of dessert that looks like it came from a fancy bistro but comes together with a handful of pantry staples. A real vanilla bean steeped in warm whole milk gives the base a floral, aromatic depth that extract simply can't match, and the slow bake in a water bath ensures every cup sets with that signature gentle wobble. Nightshade avoiders often have to sidestep desserts loaded with unexpected spice blends or processed ingredients, but this recipe is refreshingly straightforward — milk, egg yolks, sugar, salt, and fresh fruit, nothing more. The white peach topping is a brilliant finishing touch: a quick toss with sugar draws out the natural juices and turns the slices into a lightly syrupy, fragrant layer that plays beautifully against the cool, rich custard beneath. Patience is the only real skill required here — letting the custard chill fully before serving is what takes it from good to genuinely luxurious. These are elegant enough for a dinner party yet simple enough to make on a quiet afternoon when you just want something beautiful waiting in the fridge.

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