Old-Fashioned Custard Pie

Absolutely! Here’s a classic Old-Fashioned Custard Pie recipe—simple, creamy, and nostalgic 🍮🥧.

Old-Fashioned Custard Pie

Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

• 3 large eggs

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half for richer custard)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• Optional: nutmeg or cinnamon for sprinkling on top

Instructions

1. Preheat oven

   • 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare pie crust

   • Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan.

   • Optional: prick the bottom lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling.

3. Make custard

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth.

4. Pour into crust

   • Pour custard mixture into the prepared pie crust.

   • Sprinkle a little nutmeg or cinnamon on top if desired.

5. Bake

   • Bake 45–55 minutes until custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.

   • To check: gently shake the pan; the edges should be set, center slightly wobbly.

6. Cool & Serve

   • Let pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 2–3 hours before serving.

   • Serve plain or with whipped cream.

Tips

• Avoid overbaking—custard continues to set as it cools.

• 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.

• 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!