Description
Delightful custard bars infused with the warmth of spices and the brightness of fresh oranges, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup fresh oranges, juice and zest
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the heavy cream, orange juice and zest, vanilla extract, and spices, mixing gently.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Enjoy warm or chilled, optionally with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Notes
For lighter bars, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for a dairy-free option. Allow bars to cool gradually for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: custard, dessert, holiday, orange, baking, classic recipe