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Old-Fashioned Egg Custard Pie Recipe

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This Egg Custard Pie is a classic, silky-smooth dessert with a rich, creamy filling and a buttery, flaky crust. Lightly sweetened with hints of vanilla and nutmeg, it’s a nostalgic favorite!

Ingredients

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For the Pie Crust (or use store-bought 9-inch pie crust)
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice water
For the Custard Filling:
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half for extra richness)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (plus extra for topping)

 

Instructions

Prepare the Pie Crust (Skip if Using Pre-Made Crust):

  1. Make the Dough:

    • In a bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
    • Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until crumbly.
    • Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
    • Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  2. Roll Out & Pre-Bake:

    • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Roll dough into a 12-inch circle and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
    • Trim edges, flute as desired, and prick the bottom with a fork.
    • Line with parchment paper and add pie weights or dried beans.
    • Bake for 10 minutes, remove weights, and bake 5 more minutes.
    • Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).

Make the Custard Filling:

 

  1. Whisk the Custard:

    • In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt.
    • Heat milk until warm (not boiling), then slowly whisk it into the egg mixture.

  2. Fill & Bake:

    • Pour the custard into the pre-baked pie shell.
    • Sprinkle lightly with ground nutmeg.
    • Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly.

  3. Cool & Serve:

    • Let cool for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
    • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For a richer texture, use half heavy cream and half milk.
  • Prevent cracks by baking the pie in a water bath.
  • Make it spiced! Add ¼ teaspoon cinnamon for extra warmth.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/old-fashioned-egg-custard-pie-recipe/