Description
This rich and creamy custard pie, flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. It’s the ideal dessert for the holiday season, offering a comforting, festive finish to your Christmas Eve dinner.
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 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 prefer a smoother texture, you can strain the custard before pouring it into the pie crust.
- Top the pie with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra festive touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes