Old-Fashioned Custard Pie

Here’s a classic Old-Fashioned Custard Pie recipe — creamy, simple, and comforting.

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🥧 Old-Fashioned Custard Pie

Yield: 1 pie (8-inch)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 45–50 minutes

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Ingredients

Crust

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

Custard Filling

• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp salt
• Optional: pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for topping

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Instructions

Step 1 – Prep

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan and crimp edges.

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Step 2 – Make custard

1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until smooth.
2. Gradually stir in milk, vanilla, and salt.

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Step 3 – Assemble pie

1. Pour custard mixture into prepared pie crust.
2. Optional: sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon on top.

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Step 4 – Bake

1. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
2. To prevent over-browning, cover edges with foil if necessary.

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Step 5 – Cool

• Let pie cool at room temperature for 1–2 hours.
• Chill in the fridge before serving for a firmer custard.

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Tips

• Use room-temperature eggs and milk for a smoother custard.
• Do not overbake; custard firms as it cools.
• Serve plain or with whipped cream.