Description
A delightful blend of tart cranberries and smooth custard, this Cranberry Custard Pie is a family favorite that evokes cherished memories and sweet gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Fresh Cranberries
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (for crust)
- 1 Pie Crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare your pie crust: place it in your pie dish and set it aside.
- Combine the cranberries and sugar in a bowl and let them macerate.
- Whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add in the granulated sugar, whisking until dissolved.
- Fold in the cranberries, ensuring even distribution.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the custard is set and golden.
- Cool at room temperature before slicing.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
For a lighter version, you can replace heavy cream with a mixture of milk and butter. Allow the pie to cool fully for cleaner slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: cranberry pie, custard pie, holiday dessert, seasonal dessert