Lady B Custard Powder

Lady B Custard Powder is a popular Nigerian cornstarch-based custard, produced by TIT-Rahall Nigeria Limited, widely used across West Africa and among the African diaspora in the UK. It’s loved for its rich taste, smooth texture and great value for money. It is a versatile ingredient designed for creating smooth and creamy custards with ease. It ensures a consistent texture and flavor, making it suitable for a variety of desserts. With its precise formulation, it offers reliable results, enhancing both taste and presentation in culinary applications.

📋 Detailed Information

• Brand: Lady B

• Origin: Nigeria

• Main Flavour: Classic Vanilla

• Pack Sizes: 500g tub, 2kg family tub

• Ingredients: Cornstarch, vanilla flavouring, permitted food colourings (Sunset Yellow & Tartrazine), fortified with Vitamin A & other nutrients

• Certifications: Halal suitable, Vegetarian friendly

• Allergens: May be produced in facilities that handle milk/nuts

• Shelf Life: 2 years unopened

✨ Key Features

• Texture: Creates an ultra-smooth, lump-free, velvety consistency when prepared correctly; can be adjusted from runny to thick

• Taste: Sweet, distinct warm vanilla flavour, richer and more aromatic than many generic brands

• Quality: Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals, making it a nourishing meal or snack option

• Versatility: Plain base, so you fully control how much milk/sugar you add to suit your preference

• No Eggs Needed: Makes it quicker, easier and suitable for those with egg allergies

🧪 Nutrition (Per 100g Dry Powder)

• Energy: ~365kcal / 1530kJ

• Carbohydrates: 84g

• Protein: 0.3g

• Fat: 0.1g

• Added: Vitamin A, Calcium, Iron

👩🍳 How to Prepare

1. Take 3–4 tbsp powder into a bowl, add a little cold water or milk and stir into a smooth paste

2. Add sugar/sweetened condensed milk to taste (this brand has no added sugar)

3. Pour in boiling liquid (water/milk) while stirring fast until you reach your desired thickness

4. Enjoy hot as breakfast, or chill in the fridge for a creamy cold dessert

🥣 Best Served With

Same classic pairings as other West African custards:

• Akara, Moi Moi, Masa, Fried Plantain, Bread, Biscuits

• Also great as topping for cakes, fruit salad, jelly or used in puddings and trifles.

🗄️ Storage Instructions ✅

• Unopened: Store in a cool, dry place (<25°C), away from direct sunlight, heat sources and moisture. Do not refrigerate.

• Opened:

◦ Reseal lid tightly or transfer to an airtight container immediately after use

◦ Keep away from steam/kitchen fumes to prevent caking

◦ Consume within 12 months for best quality

◦ Discard if you see lumps, mould or off odour