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Creamy Cranberry Custard Pie

This creamy cranberry custard pie features a rich and smooth filling made with fresh cranberries, perfect for any holiday gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2-3 tablespoons ice water
For the Custard Filling
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries washed and drained
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1 cup whipped cream optional for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Pie Crust
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar. Add the cold butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add the egg yolk and ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Press it into the pan and trim the excess. Poke holes in the bottom with a fork.
Bake the Pie Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and let cool.
Prepare the Custard Filling
  1. In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, heavy cream, and milk. Heat over medium until the cranberries begin to pop.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
  3. Slowly pour the warm cranberry mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Pour the custard filling into the cooled pie crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Cool and Serve
  1. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  2. Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar and add whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g

Notes

For best results, make the pie a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld. Fresh cranberries can be replaced with frozen, but do not thaw them before use.

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