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Passion Fruit Custard Cream Bliss

A silky tropical custard dessert bursting with sweet-tart passion fruit flavor and creamy vanilla richness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Custards & Puddings
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Custard Base
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 5 egg yolks large
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Passion Fruit Layer
  • 6 fresh passion fruits halved
  • 2 tablespoons sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • fine mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Simmer passion fruit pulp with sugar, lime zest, and lime juice for 3 to 4 minutes, then cool slightly.
  2. Heat cream, milk, vanilla, and salt until steaming but not boiling.
  3. Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth and pale.
  4. Slowly temper the eggs with warm cream mixture while whisking continuously.
  5. Return mixture to saucepan and cook over low heat until thickened.
  6. Fold in passion fruit mixture and stir until fully combined.
  7. Pour into serving dishes, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  8. Garnish with extra passion fruit and whipped cream before serving.

Notes

For extra silky custard, strain before chilling. Overnight refrigeration improves texture and flavor.