Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Custard Pie – A Cozy Holiday Classic
A silky smooth custard pie flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, baked in a flaky crust — a classic holiday dessert perfect for Christmas Eve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
Ingredients
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2 ½ cups whole milk
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3 large eggs
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (chilled)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and refrigerate.
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In a saucepan, heat milk gently until just steaming. Do not boil.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and salt until smooth.
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Gradually whisk warm milk into egg mixture. Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Strain mixture through a fine sieve into the prepared pie crust.
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Bake 40–50 minutes until the center jiggles slightly and edges are set.
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Cool at room temperature for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
Notes
Add a splash of bourbon for a grown-up version. Store refrigerated up to 4 days. Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries.