Custard Apple Pie

Rich, creamy custard meets tender, spiced apples in this irresistible Custard Apple Pie—a dessert that’s as comforting as it is elegant. Featuring a buttery, flaky homemade crust, this pie is blanketed with silky vanilla custard and topped with a luscious layer of cinnamon-kissed apples. The perfect harmony of textures and flavors, every bite delivers a delightful balance of sweetness, warmth, and a hint of zesty brightness from the lemon juice. Ideal for special occasions or a cozy family treat, this pie can be served warm or chilled, with or without a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish. Whether you're looking for a show-stopping holiday dessert or a unique twist on a classic apple pie, this recipe is guaranteed to wow!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 g All-purpose flour
• 170 g Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 50 g Granulated sugar
• 60 ml Cold water
• 2 pieces Egg yolks
• 300 ml Whole milk
• 100 ml Heavy cream
• 75 g Granulated sugar (for custard)
• 20 g Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 500 g Apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
• 50 g Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the pie crust. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add the cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the dough chills, prepare the custard. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar (for custard), and cornstarch until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture while stirring constantly until it thickens. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the chilled pie dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Gently press the dough into the dish and trim any excess.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and lemon juice. Toss to evenly coat the apples.

Step 7

Spread the cooled custard evenly over the pie crust. Arrange the spiced apple slices over the custard in an even layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the apples are tender.

Step 9

Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or chilled, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1641.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3798.1

Total Fat 194.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 877.3mg	0%
Sodium 218.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 472.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 240.3g
Protein 44.5g	0%

Vitamin D 172.7IU	0%
Calcium 601.1mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1447.9mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 49.6%