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Custard Pie – Classic Creamy Dessert Pie With Buttery Flaky Crust

Irresistibly Creamy Custard Pie with Buttery Flaky Crust

This Custard Pie is a classic creamy dessert with a buttery flaky crust, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 4 large eggs Provides a rich base
  • 1 cup sugar Enhances sweetness
  • 2 cups whole milk Adds creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Delivers warmth
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor
For the Crust
  • 1 deep-dish pie crust Buttery and flaky
For the Topping
  • to taste nutmeg Aromatic spice

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • deep-dish pie pan
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your pie crust in a deep-dish pie pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk four large eggs until frothy.
  3. Add 1 cup of sugar and a pinch of salt to the beaten eggs, whisk until creamy.
  4. Gradually pour in 2 cups of whole milk, whisking continuously.
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract.
  6. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve if desired for a smooth texture.
  7. Pour the custard mixture into the prepared pie crust, leaving about half an inch from the top.
  8. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for about 50 minutes.
  9. Cool the pie completely on a wire rack for at least 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Dust the top lightly with nutmeg, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Chill the pie after baking for cleaner slices. Always use fresh eggs for better texture.

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