Diabetic-Friendly Fail-Proof Egg Custard Bars
Silky, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth custard—made with no sugar and absolutely no fuss!
If you’ve been craving a classic comfort dessert that’s light, creamy, and feels like it came straight from grandma’s kitchen—but without the sugar—this Fail-Proof Egg Custard is going to steal your heart.
These custard bars are smooth, gently sweet, and impossibly addictive. Honestly? Not going back for seconds is nearly impossible (don’t say I didn’t warn you!).
The best part?
They’re diabetic-friendly, low-carb, and only use a handful of pantry ingredients. No water bath, no fancy tools, and zero room for failure. Pure, creamy perfection every single time.
🛒 Ingredients
(12–16 bars)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any low-carb milk alternative)
- ½ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional — makes it extra silky)
- Pinch of salt
- Ground nutmeg or cinnamon for topping
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 8×8 or 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix the custard base
In a bowl, whisk together:
✔ eggs
✔ sweetener
✔ almond milk
✔ heavy cream (optional)
✔ vanilla
✔ pinch of salt
Whisk until smooth—no need for perfection.
3️⃣ Pour & sprinkle
Pour mixture into your prepared pan.
Lightly dust the top with nutmeg or cinnamon.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake 35–45 minutes, or until the center is just set and still slightly jiggly.
It will firm up as it cools!
5️⃣ Chill & slice
Let cool completely, then refrigerate at least 2 hours for clean, creamy slices.
Cut into squares and serve cold or at room temp.
📊 Nutrition (per square)
Approximate values:
- Calories: 55–75
- Net Carbs: 1–2g
- Protein: 3–4g
- Fat: 3–5g
Light, silky, and guilt-free—
✨ Tips for Perfect Custard
- Don’t overbake! Stop when the center still wiggles slightly.
- For extra richness, use 1 cup almond milk + 1 cup heavy cream.
- Add lemon zest for a bright twist.
- Sprinkle a bit of sweetener on top and torch it for a crème brûlée effect.
