Custard Pie

Table of Contents

1. Custard Pie Ingredients
2. Substitutions and Additions
3. How to Make This Custard Pie Recipe
4. How to Serve
5. Storage
6. Frequently Asked Questions
7. More Recipes You’ll Love
8. JUMP TO RECIPE

Custard Pie is a delicious old-fashioned dessert recipe that is both light and creamy. Made with just 6 ingredients, this classic Southern treat only takes 5 minutes of prep time. A family favorite, it’s no surprise this ridiculously rich pie recipe has been gracing dinner tables for generations. 

If you love the velvety smooth texture of custard, try making Sugar Pie, Cream Puffs, or Magic Custard Cake. 

Custard Pie Ingredients

Substitutions and Additions

EVAPORATED MILK: I’ve seen some egg custard pie recipes made with evaporated milk or heavy cream. This makes the custard filling even richer. Feel free to substitute this for regular milk if you like your custard extra creamy and sweet. 

PIE CRUST: You can either use a store-bought crust or you can make your own pie crust. Check out our favorite pie crust recipe here. 

How to Make This Custard Pie Recipe

STEP ONE: Preheat oven to 350°F.

STEP TWO: Lightly spray a 9 ½ inch pie pan with nonstick spray.

STEP THREE: Place unbaked pie crust in the pie pan, pressing dough against the sides of the pie pan.

STEP FOUR: Beat together sugar, eggs, nutmeg, and vanilla. Add milk and whisk until smooth.

PRO TIP: Using room temperature eggs and milk help with even cooking.

STEP FIVE: Pour mixture into pie shell.

STEP SIX: Sprinkle the nutmeg lightly on top of the custard.

STEP SEVEN: Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until set.

PRO TIP: You’ll be able to tell when it’s done by doing a simple jiggle test.  Try gently shaking the pie pan and if the center of the pie jiggles slightly, it’s done!

PRO TIP: This pie tastes and cuts best when chilled.

How to Serve

Serve this homemade Custard Pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream. Enjoy it with a mug of homemade hot chocolate or frozen hot chocolate. 

Storage

IN THE FRIDGE: If you have leftovers, the cream pie will stay fresh, covered in plastic wrap or aluminum foil in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. 

IN THE FREEZER: This classic custard pie is ridiculously silky and creamy when it is freshly baked, but unfortunately, it is not one of those desserts you can freeze, defrost and enjoy later.

Custard Pie is a southern dessert with a buttery crust and a smooth and silky custard filling. Creamy, with a light texture, this popular dessert brings together milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and nutmeg into an incredibly sweet treat. Always popular with guests, Custard Pie is a favorite recipe that you need in your collection. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze custard pie? 

This classic recipe won’t freeze well. As with most dishes that contain dairy, when it is defrosted, the ingredients separate and you lose that rich silky goodness.

I don’t have a 9.5-inch pie plate, can I use a 9-inch pie pan instead? 

If you don’t have a 9.5-inch plate, a 9-inch pie plate will work just fine.

Can I substitute cream for the milk in this recipe? 

Any type of milk or cream will work in the recipe. The heavier the milk/cream, the creamier your pie will be.

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