Australian Midnight Jelly and Custard
A classic Australian dessert featuring jelly and custard, perfect for satisfying late-night cravings.
Ingredients
- ●2 cups Gelatin
- ●1 cup Water
- ●1 cup Granulated Sugar
- ●2 tablespoons Custard Powder
- ●2 cups Milk
- ●4 Large Egg Yolks
- ●1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
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1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
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2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, custard powder, and 1 cup of milk. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
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3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
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4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the softened gelatin, stirring until it is fully dissolved.
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5. Strain the mixture into a clean bowl to remove any lumps or gelatin particles.
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6. In a separate saucepan, combine the remaining 1 cup of milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
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7. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
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8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the custard powder mixture.
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9. Pour the mixture into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
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10. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until chilled and set.
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11. Serve the jelly and custard chilled, garnished with fresh fruit or whipped cream if desired.