Christmas with the Kranks Caramel Cream Pie

Indulge in the decadence of the season with our "Christmas with the Kranks Caramel Cream Pie," a showstopping dessert that’s as delightful to eat as it is to make. This luscious pie features a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection and filled with a rich, velvety homemade caramel custard, infused with hints of vanilla and a touch of salt for balance. Topped with a fluffy cloud of lightly sweetened whipped cream, it’s the ultimate treat for holiday gatherings. Whether you're channeling festive coziness or treating guests to a memorable dessert, this caramel dream pie is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for Christmas celebrations or any time you crave elegant comfort food, serve it chilled with an optional drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for crust)
• 1 cup Granulated sugar (for caramel)
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1.5 cups Heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for caramel)
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar for the crust. Mix well until the texture resembles wet sand.

Step 3

Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish, covering the bottom and sides evenly.

Step 4

Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.

Step 5

Prepare the caramel: In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves, then stop stirring and cook until it turns a deep amber color (about 5-7 minutes).

Step 6

Carefully add 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the caramel. Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 1 cup of milk until fully dissolved. Set aside.

Step 8

In another bowl, whisk together egg yolks. Slowly add the milk-cornstarch mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly.

Step 9

Return the saucepan with caramel to low heat and slowly add the egg yolk mixture, stirring constantly. Cook for 5-7 minutes until thickened.

Step 10

Stir in vanilla extract and salt. Remove from heat and pour the caramel filling into the cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 11

Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to set.

Step 12

Before serving, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

Step 13

Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Optionally, garnish with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs.

Step 14

Slice and enjoy your Christmas with the Kranks Caramel Cream Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1310.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4458.7

Total Fat 279.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 160.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1437.3mg	0%
Sodium 1927.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 334.0g
Protein 31.7g	0%

Vitamin D 208.6IU	0%
Calcium 517.5mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 763.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 39.5%