Description
This Cinnamon-Vanilla Creamy Custard Pie is the perfect dessert for your holiday celebrations. The smooth and rich custard filling, flavored with vanilla and cinnamon, sits in a buttery pie crust and bakes to perfection. A deliciously comforting treat for Christmas Eve or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 9-inch pie crust
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, heat milk until steaming, but not boiling.
- In a bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, cornstarch, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Pour the custard into the pie crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- If you want a smoother texture, you can strain the custard through a fine sieve before pouring it into the pie crust.
- Garnish with whipped cream or a dusting of cinnamon for extra flavor and decoration.
- Make sure to allow the pie to cool completely before slicing to ensure the custard sets properly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes