It looks like you’re ready to make a delicious Old Fashioned Egg Custard Pie! This dessert has a rich, smooth custard filling in a flaky pie crust and is the perfect comfort food. Here’s how to make it:
Old Fashioned Egg Custard Pie
Ingredients:
For the Pie Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
For the Custard Filling:
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional for balance)
- Ground nutmeg (for sprinkling on top)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Pie Crust:
- Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. If you’re using a store-bought crust, just place it directly into the dish and crimp the edges. If you’re using a homemade crust, roll it out and fit it into the pie dish, then crimp the edges.
- Prick the bottom of the pie crust a few times with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking.
3. Make the Custard Filling:
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together until smooth and well combined.
- Gradually whisk in the whole milk and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Add a pinch of salt (optional), which will help balance the sweetness.
4. Pour Custard Into Pie Crust:
- Carefully pour the custard filling into the prepared pie crust. The custard will be thin, but don’t worry—it will set as it bakes.
5. Add Nutmeg:
- Lightly sprinkle ground nutmeg over the top of the custard. This gives it that signature old-fashioned touch and adds a lovely flavor to the pie.
6. Bake the Pie:
- Place the pie in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the custard is set and the center no longer jiggles when you gently shake the pie. You can test it by inserting a knife into the center—if it comes out clean, the pie is done.
- If the edges of the crust begin to brown too much before the custard sets, cover the crust edges with foil to prevent over-baking.
7. Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. The custard will firm up as it cools.
- Slice the pie and serve it as is, or top it with some whipped cream if you’d like.
Tips:
- Make ahead: You can prepare this pie a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. The flavors will continue to develop and the custard will firm up nicely.
- Extra nutmeg: For a more flavorful touch, you can grate fresh nutmeg on top instead of using pre-ground nutmeg.
- Storage: Store any leftover pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your Old Fashioned Egg Custard Pie—it’s a perfect, comforting dessert for any occasion!
