Description
This old-fashioned custard pie features a silky-smooth vanilla custard nestled in a buttery pie crust, topped with a sprinkle of nutmeg. Simple, classic, and comforting, it’s a timeless dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, plus extra for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the center.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth.
- Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- Pour the custard mixture into the crust and sprinkle with nutmeg.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
- Let the pie cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Serve plain or with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Old Fashioned Custard Pie