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Old-Fashioned Custard Pie

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Old-Fashioned Custard Pie is a classic dessert featuring a silky-smooth vanilla custard baked in a flaky pie crust. Lightly sweetened and topped with a sprinkle of nutmeg, it’s simple, nostalgic, and irresistibly creamy.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 8 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (plus more for sprinkling)
  • Optional: 1 tbsp melted butter (for brushing crust edges)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Roll out pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimp edges, and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, salt, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Pour custard mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
  5. Lightly sprinkle nutmeg over the top.
  6. Bake on the middle rack for 45–55 minutes, until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
  7. Cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

  • Add cinnamon or allspice for a spiced twist.
  • Substitute part of the milk with heavy cream for extra richness.
  • Use brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • Top with fresh berries or whipped cream to dress it up.
  • Bake in tart shells for individual servings.

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