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Slice of Old-Fashioned Custard Pie with flaky crust and creamy filling

Old-Fashioned Custard Pie

A creamy and comforting dessert that is easy to make with simple ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Bake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie Crust
  • 1 piece Pie crust, unbaked, 9 inch Homemade or store-bought is fine.
Filling
  • 3 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for smoother mixing.
  • 2 cups Whole milk Richness comes from whole milk.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Sweetener for the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • to taste Nutmeg or cinnamon For sprinkling on top before baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
  2. Place the unbaked crust in your pie dish and crimp the edges.
  3. In a bowl, whisk the eggs until blended, but do not whip vigorously.
  4. Whisk in the sugar, salt, and vanilla until combined.
  5. Slowly whisk in the milk to keep the mixture smooth.
Baking
  1. Pour the filling into the crust and sprinkle nutmeg lightly on top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven until the edges look set but the center still jiggles slightly, about 45 minutes.
Cooling
  1. Cool on the counter and then chill in the fridge before slicing.

Notes

Do not overbake; the custard will firm up as it cools. Store in the fridge, covered, and consume within 2-3 days for best texture.