Description
This classic Egg Custard Pie is a smooth and creamy dessert with a delicate balance of sweetened eggs, milk, and a hint of nutmeg, all nestled in a flaky pre-made pie shell. A nostalgic favorite, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Custard Filling
- 3 Eggs (beaten)
- 3/4 cups Sugar
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups Milk (scalded and cooled)
- 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
Preparation
- 1 Egg white (beaten for an egg wash)
- 1 Pie shell (pre-made)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Mixture: Preheat your oven to 400° F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beaten eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Slowly add the cooled scalded milk while whisking to ensure a smooth custard mixture.
- Prepare Pie Shell: Use a pastry brush to coat the inside of the pre-made pie shell with the beaten egg white, creating a subtle egg wash that helps seal the crust and adds a slight sheen once baked.
- Fill and Spice: Pour the custard filling gently into the prepared pie shell. Using a fine-mesh strainer, evenly sprinkle the nutmeg on top for a warm, aromatic flavor.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes. The pie is done when the edges are firm and the center still jiggles slightly, indicating a perfect custard set.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a cooling rack. After reaching room temperature, refrigerate before serving to let the custard fully set and enhance the flavors.
Notes
- This recipe yields a timeless, old-fashioned custard pie that can be prepared in about one hour including baking and cooling time.
- Be sure the scalded milk is cooled before incorporating to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely during mixing.
- The desired custard texture is achieved when the center jiggles slightly after baking; overbaking will cause it to become dry.
- Using a pre-made pie shell simplifies the process and ensures a flaky crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 244 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 222 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 69 mg
