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Banana Custard

Banana Custard

2 bananas
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons custard powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup milk
½ cup thick cream
2 tablespoons desiccated coconut,
   toasted (optional)
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Total cooking time: 5 minutes
Serves 4



  1. Slice banana diagonally.



  2. Combine beaten egg, custard powder, sugar, milk and cream in medium, heatproof bowl and whisk until mixture is smooth.



  3. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir mixture constantly for 5 minutes or until custard thickens slightly and coats the back of a wooden spoon.



  4. Remove bowl from heat and gently stir in the sliced banana. Serve sprinkled with coconut and cinnamon, if desired.


Note: For variety, custard may be flavoured with a few drops of almond or vanilla essence.