Grandma's Egg Custard Pie

Transport yourself back to the comfort of simpler times with Grandma's Egg Custard Pie, a classic dessert that’s as timeless as it is delicious. With its silky-smooth custard filling and golden, flaky crust, this pie embodies the perfect balance of creamy, sweet, and subtly spiced flavors. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole milk, fresh eggs, and just a hint of vanilla and nutmeg, this recipe is delightfully easy to prepare in under an hour. The custard is gently tempered and strained to ensure a velvety texture, then baked to perfection with that signature jiggle in the center. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this old-fashioned pie is ideal for family gatherings, holidays, or anytime you’re craving a nostalgic treat. A true heritage recipe that brings the warmth of home to every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 piece Unbaked 9-inch pie crust
• 2.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 3 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Roll out the pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess and crimp the edges if desired.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat until it is just about to simmer, but do not let it boil. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and nutmeg until well combined.

Step 5

Slowly pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.

Step 6

Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into the prepared pie crust to remove any cooked egg bits and ensure a smooth custard.

Step 7

Carefully transfer the pie to the preheated oven. Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C).

Step 8

After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and continue baking for an additional 30 minutes, or until the custard is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. The custard will firm up as it cools.

Step 10

Once cooled, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours before serving to allow it to fully set. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1029.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1688.7

Total Fat 70.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 631.2mg	0%
Sodium 1432.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 181.9g
Protein 44.0g	0%

Vitamin D 388.4IU	0%
Calcium 845.9mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1182.8mg	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: 37.0%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 52.8%