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Custard Gulab Jamun: An Irresistible Fusion Dessert Recipe

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This recipe for the Best Custard Gulab Jamun combines the classic Indian dessert gulab jamun with a creamy vanilla custard, enhanced by the subtle flavor of cardamom and topped with crushed pistachios for added texture and aroma. It’s a delightful fusion dessert perfect for serving in individual cups or jars, ideal for celebrations or a sweet treat after meals.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

Gulab Jamun

  • 12-14 medium gulab jamun

Custard

  • 3 cups 2% milk
  • ½ cup organic sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 4 tablespoons vanilla custard powder
  • ½ teaspoon crushed cardamom powder

Garnish

  • Crushed pistachios

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Custard Paste: In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of custard powder with ½ cup of milk and whisk until a smooth, lump-free paste forms.
  2. Heat the Milk: Pour the remaining 2.5 cups of milk into a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir frequently to avoid the milk sticking to the pan and scorching.
  3. Dissolve the Sugar: When the milk reaches a simmer, add ½ cup of sugar, stirring continuously until fully dissolved.
  4. Add Custard Paste: Slowly pour the custard paste into the simmering milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
  5. Thicken the Custard: Continue cooking the mixture over low to medium heat, stirring constantly for about 5-7 minutes, until the custard slightly thickens.
  6. Flavor the Custard: Remove the custard from heat and stir in ½ teaspoon crushed cardamom powder.
  7. Cool and Refrigerate: Transfer the custard to a bowl, cover with cling wrap placed directly on the surface to prevent skin formation, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  8. Assemble the Dessert: Cut each gulab jamun into quarters. In serving cups or small jars, place a few gulab jamun pieces, add a few spoons of chilled custard, top with a half gulab jamun, and sprinkle with crushed pistachios. Alternatively, start with custard at the bottom, then add gulab jamun pieces and sprinkle pistachios on top.
  9. Serve or Store: Serve immediately or refrigerate the assembled cups until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Organic sugar used here is slightly less sweet than standard granulated sugar; adjust the sugar quantity accordingly to taste.
  • Gulab jamun can be made 3-4 days in advance and refrigerated.
  • Custard can be prepared 1-2 days in advance and kept refrigerated.
  • Assembled custard gulab jamun cups can be made up to one day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • If the custard becomes too thick after refrigeration, whisk in a small amount of milk to restore a smooth consistency.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian Fusion

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