Description
Crafting a silky smooth custard pie brings pure comfort right to your kitchen table. Creamy, rich, and delightfully simple, this classic dessert delivers pure happiness with just a few ingredients and minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1 pre-made pie crust
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 350°F and position the rack in the center of the oven.
- Crack 4 large eggs into a medium mixing bowl and sprinkle 1 cup granulated sugar over them.
- Whisk the eggs and sugar vigorously for 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes pale and slightly frothy.
- Sift ¼ cup all-purpose flour and ¼ teaspoon salt into the egg mixture, stirring until completely smooth.
- Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and blend thoroughly with a wooden spoon.
- Pour 2 cups whole milk into the mixture slowly, stirring constantly to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Transfer the pre-made pie crust to a baking sheet for easier handling.
- Carefully pour the custard mixture into the pie crust, leaving a small rim of space at the top.
- Slide the baking sheet with the pie into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 45-50 minutes.
- Check the custard’s doneness by gently shaking the pan – the center should wobble slightly but not be liquid.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest at room temperature for 2 hours to set completely.
- Slice and serve the custard pie at room temperature for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Whisk eggs and sugar thoroughly to ensure a smooth, creamy texture without lumps.
- Use room temperature ingredients for easier blending and a more consistent custard.
- Check the pie’s doneness by gently shaking the pan – the center should jiggle slightly but not be liquid.
- For a lighter version, swap whole milk with low-fat milk or add a sprinkle of nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 298 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg