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Cinnamon Vanilla Custard Pie

A luscious dessert featuring a buttery crust and velvety custard filling spiced with fragrant cinnamon and aromatic vanilla.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust

  • 1 piece pie crust Store-bought or homemade

For the Custard Filling

  • 2 cups milk Use whole milk for best results
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute half with milk for a lighter version
  • 3/4 cup sugar Granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks Fresh for best flavor
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening the custard
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla recommended
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon butter For richness

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Place your pie crust in a pie dish and bake according to the package instructions until golden brown.
  • In a saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until warm, but not boiling.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cornstarch, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  • Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
  • Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the custard thickens.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and well combined.
  • Pour the custard into the baked pie crust.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 150mgSugar: 22g
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