Description
This Old Fashioned Custard Pie evokes cherished memories with its smooth, creamy texture and familiar flavors, making it a delightful crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 large egg yolk (adds richness)
- 2 cups whole milk (for custard base)
- 1 cup heavy cream (substitute with half-and-half if needed)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (fresh preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (adjust to preference)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (use sparingly)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (substitutable with vanilla bean paste)
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (can replace with white sugar)
- 1 large egg yolk (binds the crust)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (use the same as custard)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (don’t overmix)
- 1 cup rolled oats (quick oats may be used)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (a pinch balances sweetness)
- 2–3 tablespoons water (added gradually)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, blend together softened butter and brown sugar until creamy. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract, followed by adding flour, rolled oats, and a pinch of salt. Press this mixture into a pie plate, chill for 30 minutes, then pre-bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan, scald the milk and cream over medium-low heat until bubbles form around edges (about 5 minutes). In a bowl, whisk eggs, yolk, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves. Gradually add milk mixture while whisking continuously to temper eggs.
- Strain the custard mixture through a fine sieve, then pour into the warm crust. Bake in the oven at 325°F (163°C) for 40-55 minutes; edges should be set, center slightly jiggly.
- Cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours. Afterward, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To make praline sauce, combine butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, pecans, salt, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until bubbly. Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract, then let cool slightly before drizzling over the pie.
Notes
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 145 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg