Description
This creamy Christmas Eve Cinnamon Vanilla Custard Pie Delight is a festive treat that combines the rich flavors of vanilla and cinnamon in a silky custard filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it brings warmth and joy to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pre-made pie crust in your pie dish, gently pressing it into the bottom and up the sides. Poke a few holes in the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot but not boiling. You want small bubbles to form around the edges. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Slowly pour the hot milk and cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling. Whisk until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Carefully pour the custard mixture into the pre-baked pie crust. Give it a gentle shake to ensure the mixture settles evenly.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. The top should be slightly golden and fragrant.
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother custard. You can substitute whole milk and heavy cream with almond or coconut milk for a dairy-free option.