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Old Fashioned Custard Pie: The Best Comforting Dessert Recipe

The Old Fashioned Custard Pie

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The Old Fashioned Custard Pie is a delightful dessert that harks back to simpler times, offering a rich, creamy custard filling in a flaky crust that warms the heart.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a pie dish and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
  4. Add the milk, vanilla extract, and nutmeg to the mixture and stir until smooth.
  5. Pour the custard mixture into the prepared pie crust.
  6. Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until the custard is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let it cool before serving.

Notes

  • For a sweeter custard, you can adjust the sugar to your taste.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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