This Creamy Custard Biscuit Crumble Dessert is a smooth, melt-in-the-mouth custard layered with a buttery biscuit crumb topping. Lightly chilled and spoonable, it’s a comforting, no-fuss dessert that’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or when you want something sweet without baking a cake.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Chill Time
2 hours
Total Time
2 hours 25 minutes
Servings
6–8
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Total Calories: 0 kcal
Ingredients
Custard Layer
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3 cups milk
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3 tablespoons custard powder (vanilla flavored)
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4 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons butter (optional, for extra richness)
Biscuit Crumble Topping
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1½ cups plain tea biscuits or digestive biscuits, crushed
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4 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
Prepare the Custard
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In a small bowl, mix custard powder with ½ cup cold milk until smooth and lump-free.
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Heat remaining milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
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Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
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Slowly add the custard mixture, stirring constantly.
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Cook until thick, creamy, and glossy.
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Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and butter.
Prepare the Biscuit Crumble
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Combine crushed biscuits and melted butter in a bowl.
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Mix until evenly coated and crumbly.
Assemble the Dessert
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Pour hot custard into a glass or ceramic serving dish.
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Smooth the surface with a spatula.
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Sprinkle biscuit crumble evenly over the custard.
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Gently press the topping with the back of a spoon.
Chill
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully set.
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Scoop and serve chilled.
Notes
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For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the biscuit crumbs.
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Use Marie biscuits, digestive biscuits, or graham crackers.
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Can be layered in individual cups for serving.
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Chocolate custard works beautifully as a variation.
Storage
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Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Best served well chilled.
Nutrition (Per Serving, Approximate)
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Calories: 320
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Carbohydrates: 38g
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Protein: 6g
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Fat: 16g
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Sugar: 22g
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Fiber: 1g
