Absolutely! Here’s a classic Old-Fashioned Custard Pie recipe—simple, creamy, and nostalgic 🍮🥧.
Old-Fashioned Custard Pie
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
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1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
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3 large eggs
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half for richer custard)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon salt
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Optional: nutmeg or cinnamon for sprinkling on top
Instructions
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Preheat oven
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350°F (175°C).
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Prepare pie crust
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Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan.
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Optional: prick the bottom lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling.
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Make custard
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In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
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Pour into crust
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Pour custard mixture into the prepared pie crust.
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Sprinkle a little nutmeg or cinnamon on top if desired.
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Bake
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Bake 45–55 minutes until custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
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To check: gently shake the pan; the edges should be set, center slightly wobbly.
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Cool & Serve
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Let pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 2–3 hours before serving.
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Serve plain or with whipped cream.
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Tips
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Avoid overbaking—custard continues to set as it cools.
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Use a water bath for extra smooth custard: place pie pan in a larger pan with hot water about halfway up the sides of the pie crust.
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For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of bourbon or a pinch of nutmeg in the custard.
If you want, I can also give a “rustic, extra-creamy version” that uses half-and-half, a touch of sugar glaze, and a perfectly golden top—it tastes like grandma made it!