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Christmas Eve Custard Delight

Christmas Eve Custard Delight for a Cozy Holiday Celebration

Indulge in the rich flavors of Christmas Eve Custard Delight, a festive dessert perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 pie crust Pie Crust Homemade or store-bought
For the Custard Filling
  • 4 large Eggs Fresh, room-temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Balance key for flavor
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Lightens custard mix
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Star spice for flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Opt for high-quality
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor
  • optional Ground Nutmeg For holiday spice
  • optional teaspoon Orange Zest Adds citrusy note

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Medium Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • fine sieve
  • Parchment Paper
  • pie weights or dried beans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie dish. Line with parchment paper and fill with weights. Bake for 15 minutes, remove weights, and bake for another 5 minutes. Let cool.
  2. In a saucepan, combine whole milk and heavy cream and heat gently over medium-low. Add ground cinnamon and vanilla extract. Stir until steaming; allow it to steep for 10 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs with granulated sugar and a pinch of salt until pale and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Slowly pour the warm cream into the egg mixture while stirring continuously to temper the eggs. Strain the mixture back into the pan through a fine sieve.
  5. Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (162°C). Pour the custard into the pre-baked crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until set around the edges but jiggles in the center.
  6. Let the pie cool at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and ensure proper egg tempering for a smooth custard.

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