Description
Old-Fashioned Custard Pie is a classic, creamy dessert made with simple pantry ingredients. It has a smooth, silky filling baked inside a flaky pie crust, flavored with vanilla and nutmeg. Perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or when you want a comforting homemade treat.
Ingredients
For the Pie:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 ½ cups whole milk (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs until smooth.
- Add sugar and salt, then whisk until well combined.
- Slowly pour in milk while whisking continuously.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the custard mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- Sprinkle nutmeg evenly over the top.
- Carefully place the pie in the oven.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely before slicing.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours for best texture.
Tips
- Use room-temperature milk and eggs for a smoother custard.
- Avoid overbaking, as it can cause the custard to crack.
- If crust browns too fast, cover edges with foil.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon with nutmeg.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with whipped cream.