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Old-Fashioned Silky Creamy Custard Pie

A smooth, creamy old-fashioned custard pie made with simple ingredients. Perfect texture, rich flavor, and easy steps for a timeless dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 442 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ cup milk
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a small bowl, separate one egg white from the yolk; set both aside.
  • Lightly brush the pie crust with the beaten egg white. Bake for 7–8 minutes, then let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
    3 whole eggs
    the reserved egg yolk
    remaining egg white
    sugar, salt, vanilla, cream, and milk
  • Pour the custard mixture into the partially baked crust.
  • Sprinkle the top with nutmeg.
  • Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a knife inserted halfway between the center and the edge comes out clean.
  • Let the pie cool on a wire rack.
  • Chill before serving for the best texture.

Notes

  • Best served chilled for ideal slicing and texture.
  • Fresh nutmeg enhances warmth and aroma.
  • Fill the pie crust while it’s already on the oven rack to avoid spills.
  • Slight jiggle means the custard is perfectly baked.