Lady B Custard Powder is a popular, vanilla-flavored dessert mix, primarily made from corn starch, used to create a creamy, egg-free custard by mixing with milk (or water) and sugar, popular in African cuisine for serving as a simple pudding, dessert base for trifles, or added to cakes for moisture.
Key Features
Flavor: Rich vanilla.
Base: Corn starch (corn flour).
Texture: Smooth and creamy when prepared.
Uses: A simple dessert, topping for fruit, base for trifles, added to cake batter.
Preparation: Mix with milk and sugar, then heat; some Nigerian recipes suggest mixing with cold water first to avoid lumps before adding hot water.