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Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Custard Pie

Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Custard Pie for Cozy Celebrations

A delectable Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Custard Pie that brings warmth and joy for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 Pie Crust homemade or store-bought Ensure a sturdy base for the filling
For the Custard Filling
  • 4 Eggs fresh, room-temperature Provides structure and richness
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Adds creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can be replaced with extra whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warm spice
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Elevates flavor profile
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness
  • optional Nutmeg/Orange Zest Adds a festive twist if desired

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out your pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, fill with parchment and weights, then blind bake for 15 minutes. Remove weights, bake uncovered for another 5 minutes until golden. Cool crust.
  2. Combine whole milk, heavy cream, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a saucepan. Heat over medium until steaming. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  3. Whisk together the eggs and sugar in a mixing bowl until pale and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper. Strain through a sieve into a clean bowl.
  5. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). Pour custard into the pre-baked crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  6. Transfer pie to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving to ensure it sets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or cinnamon for added holiday cheer. Store in fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 1 month.

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