A Carnivore Custard is a rich and creamy dessert that fits perfectly within a carnivore or keto diet.
The key here is to keep it simple, using only animal-based ingredients, but still get that delicious, silky texture you expect from a custard. Here’s a basic recipe:
Carnivore Custard Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut cream if you prefer dairy-free)
- 3 large egg yolks (you can save the whites for other recipes)
- 2 tbsp butter (optional for extra richness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, if you’re okay with a tiny bit of plant-based ingredients)
- Pinch of salt
- Sweetener of choice (like stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit), to taste
Instructions:
- Heat the Cream: In a saucepan, gently heat the heavy cream over low-medium heat. You want it warm but not boiling, about 160-170°F (70-75°C).
- Whisk the Egg Yolks: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sweetener until the mixture is smooth and slightly lightened in color.
- Temper the Eggs: Gradually pour a little bit of the warm cream into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly. This helps to gently raise the temperature of the eggs without scrambling them. Continue adding the cream slowly until you’ve combined all of it.
- Cook the Custard: Pour the entire egg and cream mixture back into the saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon or whisk. Keep stirring until the custard thickens and coats the back of the spoon. This will take about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to let it boil or you could risk curdling the eggs.
- Add Butter and Vanilla: Once thickened, remove the custard from the heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract (if using) until fully incorporated.
- Cool & Serve: Let the custard cool to room temperature, or place it in the fridge for a chilled treat. It will thicken even more as it cools.
Tips:
- For a thicker custard, you can increase the amount of egg yolks or decrease the cream slightly.
- If you want a more custard-like texture, you can also add a little gelatin (animal-based, like beef gelatin) for extra thickness.
This custard can be enjoyed on its own or with a sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, or even a few crispy bacon bits for a savory twist.
