Description
Pioneer Woman Egg Custard Pie showcases Southern baking charm with its silky, golden filling nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. Nutmeg’s warm embrace and creamy vanilla notes create a nostalgic dessert that invites you to savor each delightful, comforting slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups whole milk, brought to room temperature
- 6 large eggs, brought to room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
Sweet and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg, for garnish
Crust:
- 1 unbaked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius) and liberally spray a 9.5-inch (24-centimeter) pie pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy release.
- Carefully drape the unbaked pie crust into the prepared pie pan, gently molding the dough against the pan’s interior, creating a smooth and even shell that reaches all edges.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together granulated sugar, fresh eggs, pure vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg until the mixture becomes homogeneous and slightly frothy, approximately two minutes.
- Introduce whole milk into the egg mixture incrementally, continuing to whisk with steady, consistent motion to prevent lumps and create a silky, uniform custard base.
- Transfer the luxurious custard mixture into the pie crust, pouring with a steady hand and stopping just below the crust’s rim to prevent potential spillage during baking.
- Delicately dust the surface with an additional sprinkle of ground nutmeg, which will infuse the custard with a warm, aromatic essence during the cooking process.
- Position the pie in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 70-75 minutes, monitoring until the custard sets with a gentle wobble and develops a soft golden-brown surface.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pie to rest on a wire cooling rack for at least 90 minutes, permitting the custard to stabilize and achieve the perfect creamy consistency before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Southern hospitality shines through this classic egg custard pie that tells stories of family gatherings and cherished traditions.
- Room temperature ingredients blend seamlessly, guaranteeing a velvety smooth custard without stubborn lumps.
- Nutmeg’s warm embrace transforms an ordinary pie into a nostalgic culinary masterpiece that whispers comfort.
- Gentle oven monitoring ensures the perfect golden surface with a delicate center that wobbles just right.
- Cooling on a wire rack allows the custard to set beautifully, creating a silky texture that melts in your mouth.
- Refrigerate leftovers, though this delectable pie rarely survives more than a day in most households.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 299
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 99 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg