Description
This Christmas Eve Cinnamon Vanilla Custard Pie is a warm, comforting dessert featuring a smooth cinnamon and vanilla custard baked in a flaky pre-made pie crust. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it offers a delightful balance of sweet and spice with a creamy texture that pairs beautifully with whipped cream or a dusting of extra cinnamon.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
Custard Filling
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your pie dish by lightly greasing it or ensuring it is clean and ready for the crust.
- Prepare Crust: Lay the pre-made pie crust into the prepared pie dish, making sure it fits snugly and evenly across the bottom and sides.
- Mix Custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, granulated sugar, large eggs, ground cinnamon, and pure vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Fill Pie: Pour the custard mixture carefully into the pie crust, distributing evenly.
- Bake Custard Pie: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center when gently shaken.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or an extra sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the custard is not fully firm when baking finishes; it will continue to set as it cools.
- Use whole milk for a richer and creamier custard. You can substitute with 2% milk but expect a lighter texture.
- Pre-made pie crust saves time but feel free to use homemade if preferred.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean, neat slices.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top before serving.
