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Classic Old Fashioned Egg Custard Pie with Nutmeg Topping

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Make this easy homemade custard pie for a comforting dessert. This recipe delivers a creamy custard filling baked in a flaky crust, perfect for any family dinner or holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust (use your favorite from scratch pie crust recipe)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (plus extra for topping)
  • 2 cups whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Place your unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until they are light and slightly frothy.
  3. Add the sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg to the eggs. Whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Slowly pour in the milk while continuing to whisk gently until the mixture is uniform. This creates the creamy custard filling.
  5. Pour the custard mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
  6. Sprinkle a light, even layer of extra ground nutmeg over the top of the filling.
  7. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes. The pie is done when the edges are set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean or with only a slight moistness. The center should still have a slight jiggle.
  8. Cool the baked custard dessert completely on a wire rack before slicing. This allows the filling to set fully.
  9. Chill the pie for at least 2 hours before serving for the best texture. This is a great make ahead pie option.

Notes

  • For a Southern custard pie variation, you can use evaporated milk instead of whole milk for a richer flavor.
  • If you prefer a less traditional flavor, substitute the nutmeg with 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for a cinnamon-vanilla custard pie.
  • To prevent the crust edges from browning too quickly, cover them loosely with aluminum foil halfway through the baking time.

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