Description
Cranberry Custard Pie is a delectable dessert that beautifully marries the tartness of fresh cranberries with a rich, creamy custard, all nestled in a golden, flaky crust. This pie is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, offering a delightful balance of flavors in every bite. Whether served warm or chilled, it promises to evoke cherished memories and create new ones around your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries with ½ cup sugar; cook until they pop and release juices, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, remaining sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold cooked cranberries into the egg mixture.
- Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust and bake for 45-50 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool slightly before serving with whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg