Exquisite Orange Blossom Honey Custard

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Silky, floral, and light—a peaceful ending to a spring gathering

📌 A Spoonful of Calm and Sunshine

This custard is quiet. Not showy. Not fussy. Just soft, floral, and made for slow afternoons with a warm breeze coming through the window. 🍊🍯

It’s gently scented with orange blossom water and sweetened with good local honey. The texture is silky and smooth—somewhere between pudding and panna cotta—and it’s the kind of dessert that makes people pause after the first bite. There’s no crust to fuss with, no mixer required. Just warm milk, egg yolks, and a few special touches.

Served in little ramekins or tea cups and topped with edible petals, this custard is a beautiful way to end a Mother’s Day meal. Bonus? It’s naturally gluten-free and can be made ahead with ease.

💗 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🍊 Delicate floral flavor without being overpowering
• 🍯 Naturally sweetened with honey
• 🍽️ Light and creamy, perfect after a rich meal
• 🧁 Elegant presentation in individual servings
• 🕊️ Peaceful, simple, and soothing to make and eat

⏱️ Quick Reference

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Chill Time: 2+ hours
Total Time: ~3 hours
Servings: 4–6
Dietary Info: Gluten-free, vegetarian

Key Ingredients at a Glance:

• Honey
• Orange blossom water
• Egg yolks
• Milk or cream

🍯 Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups whole milk or half-and-half
• ¼ cup good-quality honey (mild floral or orange blossom preferred)
• 1 tsp orange blossom water (culinary-grade)
• 4 large egg yolks
• Pinch of salt

Optional Garnishes:

• Edible flowers (chamomile, calendula, violas)
• Fresh citrus zest
• Drizzle of honey

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Warm the Milk & Honey

• In a saucepan, combine milk and honey.
• Heat gently over medium heat until steaming (not boiling).
• Remove from heat and stir in orange blossom water. Let cool for 5 minutes.

2. Whisk the Yolks

• In a medium bowl, whisk egg yolks with a pinch of salt.
• Slowly drizzle in the warm milk mixture while whisking constantly (this tempers the eggs).

3. Strain & Pour

• Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup.
• Pour into 4–6 ramekins or teacups.

4. Bake Gently

• Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
• Place ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish halfway with hot water.
• Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the custards are just set with a slight jiggle in the center.
• Cool to room temp, then chill for at least 2 hours.

🍽️ Serving & Pairing Ideas

• Garnish with edible flowers and a light honey drizzle
• Serve alongside shortbread or chamomile tea
• Add a curl of orange zest for extra fragrance

🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

• Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days
• Best served chilled or at room temperature
• Do not freeze (custard may separate)

🌷 Final Thoughts & Call to Action

This custard is soft-spoken but deeply satisfying—the kind of dessert that doesn’t need to impress, because it comforts instead. Floral, golden, and just a touch nostalgic, it’s the perfect way to end your garden-inspired Mother’s Day celebration.

If you try it, I’d love to hear how you serve it! Tag @southernsoilsunshine with your photos, or share in the comments what you paired it with.

And just like that, we’ve completed the full 10-recipe journey! 🎉
👉 See the full Mother’s Day Garden Dessert Roundup
👉 For more Mother’s Day recipes, read our 5 Old-Fashioned Recipes to Cook with Your Mom