Description
This Old Fashioned Egg Custard Pie is a classic American dessert featuring a smooth, creamy custard baked in a flaky, golden crust. With simple ingredients like eggs, sugar, milk, and a hint of nutmeg, this timeless recipe offers a comforting homemade treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Custard Filling
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the custard pie evenly.
- Prepare Custard Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk the 3 large eggs until well beaten. Add ¾ cup granulated sugar, a pinch of salt, 2 cups whole milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk the mixture thoroughly until fully combined and smooth.
- Fill Pie Crust: Place the unbaked 9-inch pie crust in a pie pan and crimp the edges for an attractive border. Pour the prepared custard mixture carefully into the pie crust, filling it evenly.
- Add Nutmeg Topping: Sprinkle ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg evenly over the top of the custard. This adds a warm and aromatic touch to the pie.
- Bake the Pie: Put the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the custard is just set — you can check by inserting a knife near the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the pie to cool at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to let it fully set and develop flavor before slicing.
- Serve: Slice the pie into 8 pieces and serve chilled or at room temperature for a deliciously creamy dessert.
Notes
- To avoid a soggy crust, blind bake the pie shell for 5 to 7 minutes before adding the custard filling.
- For a richer, creamier custard, substitute half-and-half for the whole milk.
- Use freshly grated nutmeg for a more vibrant aroma and flavor.
- Allow the pie to fully chill before slicing to achieve clean slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
