Old Fashioned Egg Custard Pie

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!