Baked egg custard for choline intake

So far my LO (8 months) doesn’t tolerate the chewy texture of scrambled eggs, but I wanted him to get choline in his diet. I now make him baked custard regularly, which he absolutely gobbles down. I took an online dessert custard recipe and cut the sugar in half, though obviously you could completely omit it if you’re concerned about sugar intake.2 whole eggs2 cups whole milk1/4 tsp salt (optional)1/8 cup white sugar (optional)1/2 tsp non alcoholic vanilla extract (optional)1/8 tsp ground nutmeg or other spice (optional)1 tablespoon avocado oil (or other healthy oil)Whisk the eggs in a bowl with the avocado oil.Slowly heat the milk in a double boiler to 180°F using a instant read thermometer, stirring constantly. Or microwave in a glass container in 15 second intervals, stirring and checking the temp each time. This “scalding” of the milk is optional, but it should make a smoother texture.Slowly pour the hot milk into the eggs while mixing with a whisk. Add whatever spices you feel comfortable with. Add the salt and sugar. Mix well.Pour the custard into 4 oven safe ramekins or a small baking dish and bake on 350 for 30-40 minutes, checking for doneness after 30 minutes. You can use a water bath (boiled water in a larger pan, surrounding the ramekins), but I have not found it makes a huge difference. The custard is done when the liquid forms a jiggly gel, a butter knife comes out clean, and the temp inside reaches 160° F.Chill and serve cold or warm. Freeze any custard that will not be eaten in 5 days.Notes:Use whole milk. Babies need all the fat they can get! Giving your baby low fat milk or yogurt is pointless and will not help them maintain a healthy weight now or later in life.Giving a baby sugar isn’t recommended because some studies have linked early sugar intake to later obesity. I don’t personally believe this, and think the research probably found a specious link between parents who give their kids a poor diet in general to their later obesity.Use non alcoholic vanilla if you’re worried about the alcohol not cooking out.Adding a healthy oil isn’t necessary, but again, babies need all the fats they can get.Fresh ground nutmeg is AMAZING compared to pre-ground, plus ground spices may contain lead (google baby applesauce lead). Other spice substitutions include cinnamon, cardamom, allspice or cloves.While the custard can be frozen, it will lose some liquid when it thaws since ice crystals puncture the protein matrix which holds the milk in a colloid. This recipe can be cut in half, using 1 egg, 1 cup milk and 2 ramekins if you’re worried about making too much. via /r/NewParents https://ift.tt/fYynCOx