Description
Southern kitchens sparkle with classic egg custard pie, blending creamy simplicity and nostalgic comfort. Rich vanilla-infused custard nestles in a golden flaky crust, promising sweet memories with each delightful slice you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 2 2/3 cups (640 ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
Spices and Flavorings:
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Crust:
- 1 unbaked pie shell (deep dish recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare your oven by heating to 350°F, ensuring an even temperature for precise baking.
- Whisk eggs gently in a mixing bowl, creating a smooth base for the custard.
- Incorporate sugar, salt, and ground nutmeg into the eggs, stirring until uniformly blended.
- Pour milk and vanilla extract into the egg mixture, whisking thoroughly to create a silky, consistent texture.
- Carefully transfer the liquid custard into an unbaked pie shell, allowing it to settle evenly.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, monitoring until the custard sets with a slight wobble in the center.
- Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature.
- Just before serving, dust the surface with a delicate sprinkle of freshly ground nutmeg for an aromatic finish.
- Slice and serve the custard pie at room temperature, enjoying its creamy, delicate texture.
Notes
- Achieving the perfect custard texture requires gentle, even heating to prevent curdling or cracking.
- Use room temperature eggs and milk for smoother, more consistent mixing and better incorporation of ingredients.
- Sprinkle a light dusting of nutmeg just before serving to enhance the aromatic flavor and create an attractive presentation.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the traditional pie crust with a nut-based or gluten-free alternative to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 214 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 97 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 102 mg