Description
Cranberry custard pie is a delightful blend of tart cranberries and rich, creamy custard. This easy-to-make dessert features a perfectly flaky crust and a stunning crimson filling that makes it the star of any gathering. Whether served warm or chilled, this pie promises to impress your family and friends with its luscious flavor and beautiful presentation, making it a must-have for holiday celebrations or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, trimming any excess dough.
- Blind bake the crust by covering it with parchment paper and filling it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for approximately 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add the heavy cream while whisking until well combined.
- Gently fold in the cranberries, reserving some for garnish. Pour the mixture into the pre-baked crust.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Let cool at room temperature before refrigerating.
- Garnish with whipped cream and reserved cranberries before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg