This creamy custard drink not only keeps you feeling full and nourished but also offers a new way to savor the nutritional goodness of eggs! Such a great way to sneak extra protein into your diet! Pleasantly sweet with a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg, this subtly spiced drink will remind you of eggnog. In addition, it contains approximately 20 grams of protein and makes a nutritious pairing to any meal.
Enjoy Any Time of Day
- As a protein boost beside your typical breakfast
- As a nourishing mid morning snack in an on-the-go thermos
- As a mid afternoon energizing pick me up
- As a protein packed drink after a workout
- As a calming drink to enjoy as you wind down in the evening.
It may seem strange to add eggs to a hot drink but many cultures enjoy whole eggs or egg yolk in their coffee or hot drinks for the nutritional and flavor benefits.
Eggs are often referred to as "nature's multivitamin" because of their wide range of health benefits. They are a rich source of high-quality protein, hard to get fat soluble vitamins, and minerals. Incredibly, one serving of this drink contains two large eggs!
Health Benefits of Eggs
- Eggs are one of the best dietary sources of choline. Choline is an essential nutrient that is important for brain function, nerve function, and liver health. It is also very important during pregnancy for fetal brain development! I always recommend for pregnant women to eat more eggs.
- Eggs are a good source of inositol, with one large egg containing about 20 mg of inositol. Inositol has many important functions in the body and may help to improve insulin sensitivity.
- Eggs are a rich source of several important fat-soluble vitamins including vitamins A, D, and E. Additionally, the fat in eggs helps to increase the absorption of these vitamins.
- Eating eggs may help to promote feelings of fullness and the high-quality protein they provide helps to balance blood sugar levels.
This nourishing drink will set you up for success by helping you stay full, satisfied, and energized all day long. I hope you love it!
For more protein packed breakfasts check out my Cottage Cheese Quiche, Sugar Free Granola and Cottage Cheese Strawberry Smoothie recipes!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Perfect for on-the-go mornings!
- It's a filling and satisfying breakfast option, thanks to the protein and fat content from the milk and eggs.
- A caffeine free way to start the day.
- If you love the flavor of eggnog you're going to love this!
- This recipe is customizable - you can adjust the sweetness or spices to your liking, or even add a shot of espresso to make it a custard latte.
- Pair this drink with your typical breakfast and significantly boost the amount of protein you're having in the morning.
Ingredients
- Whole milk - provides a creamy and rich base for the custard. I have also swapped this for coconut milk and it worked well!
- Cream - adds extra richness and creaminess to the custard but it's totally optional!
- Honey - adds a touch of sweetness and you can of course adjust the amount of honey to your liking (or swap for maple syrup or coconut sugar)
- Nutmeg and Cinnamon - warm and aromatic spices that pair well with the other flavors in the custard. Use a small pinch or two to avoid overwhelming the other ingredients.
- Vanilla -enhances the other flavors in the recipe but is also totally optional.
- Eggs - provide a boost of protein and nutrients. Use large eggs.
- Sea salt - balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor of the custard. Use just a tiny pinch.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions & Variations
- Whole milk- you can substitute for coconut milk. I think cashew milk or oat milk would also be delicious.
- If you don't have honey you can substitute for maple syrup or coconut sugar or the sweetener of your choice.
- You can substitute nutmeg and cinnamon with spices like ginger, pumpkin pie spice or cardamom.
- Consider steeping a tea bag in the milk mixture as you warm it so a subtle earl grey or orange pekoe flavor comes through.
- Substitute cinnamon and nutmeg with some matcha powder.
- You can also add an espresso shot or espresso powder for a coffee-flavored twist.
I have not experimented with any other substitutions or alterations for this recipe. If you decide to make any changes by adding or substituting ingredients, I would love it if you could share your results with us by leaving a comment below.
How To Make Custard Drink
Here are the step-by-step instructions to make this recipe.
Step 1: Warm the milk mixture
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, cream, honey, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Warm the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally to ensure that the ingredients are well combined. Be careful not to let the mixture boil.
Step 2: Whisk the eggs
While the milk mixture is heating up, whisk the eggs in a separate bowl using an immersion blender or a handheld milk frother. Continue whisking until the eggs are light and frothy.
Step 3: Combine the milk mixture and eggs
Once the milk mixture is warm, slowly stream it into the bowl with the whisked eggs while continuously mixing. This step is crucial because you do not want to shock the eggs with the heat from the milk and cook them on contact. Be sure to pour the milk mixture into the eggs very slowly.
Step 4: Pour and serve
Once the milk mixture has been fully incorporated into the eggs, pour the custard into a large mug. Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on top for added flavor and a pretty presentation. Serve your custard breakfast drink warm and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- When incorporating the milk mixture into the eggs, it's important to do it very slowly while mixing vigorously. This will help prevent the eggs from cooking on contact with the hot milk and ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- I've never had a problem with the eggs cooking on contact with the warm milk mixture but my friend did. What I recommended to her was to take a small spoonful of the milk and gradually mix it into the eggs. By slowly increasing the temperature and continuously stirring, the eggs will be "tempered" before you're adding the rest of the mixture. This way, you won't get bits of cooked egg.
- Serve immediately. Custard drink is best enjoyed warm.
- Hopefully this doesn't happen but if you notice any bits of cooked egg you can pour the drink through a strainer into your mug.
Recipe FAQs
No, it's a similar consistency to a latte.
Yes, eggs are cooked when they reach 160 degrees and the milk mixture that you pour into the eggs is heated to approximately 185 degrees when it's just reaching a simmer point. If you're concerned at all about this you could use pasteurized eggs.
Eggnog and custard drink are both creamy, sweet, and often enjoyed during the winter holiday season. Eggnog has a slightly thick texture and this custard drink is similar in consistency to a latte.
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Recipe
Super Nourishing Custard Drink
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp 10% cream optional
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 2 pinches cinnamon
- ¼ tsp pure vanilla extract optional
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, cream, honey, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Warm the mixture over medium-low heat until just before a simmer, stirring occasionally to ensure that the ingredients are well combined. Be careful not to let the mixture boil.
- While the milk mixture is heating up, whisk the eggs in a separate bowl using an immersion blender or a handheld milk frother. Continue whisking until the eggs are light and frothy.
- Once the milk mixture is warm, slowly stream it into the bowl with the whisked eggs while continuously mixing. This step is crucial because you do not want to shock the eggs with the heat from the milk and cook them on contact. Be sure to pour the milk mixture into the eggs very slowly.
- Once the milk mixture has been fully incorporated into the eggs, pour the custard into a large mug. Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on top for added flavor and enjoyment.Serve your custard breakfast drink warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Don't let the milk mixture boil. Take it off the heat just before it starts to simmer.
- When incorporating the milk mixture into the eggs, it's important to do it very slowly while mixing vigorously. This will help prevent the eggs from cooking on contact with the hot milk and ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- Serve immediately: Custard drink is best enjoyed warm.
- I've never had a problem with the eggs cooking on contact with the warm milk mixture but my friend did. What I recommended to her was to take a small spoonful of the milk and gradually mix it into the eggs. By slowly increasing the temperature and continuously stirring, the eggs will be "tempered" before you're adding the rest of the mixture. This way, you won't get bits of cooked egg.
Nutrition
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Christy
Christine G. says
Very nice! Comfort in a cup. I also use it instead of coffee creamer and poured over hot cereal.
Will F says
I'm drinking this as I write, because I just had to leave a comment! This drink is such a neat concept, and came together easily, and is delicious and comforting. I was a little nervous adding the milk to the eggs, but I just took my time, and it was no problem. And 20g of protein is a great added bonus! Super simple, very tasty.
Kathryn Fraser says
This drink is so creamy and unreal!! True game changer to help get through the Canadian winters!