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Cranberry Custard Pie

Creamy Cranberry Custard Pie for a Sweet Festive Twist

This Cranberry Custard Pie balances creamy custard with tangy cranberries, perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 package Refrigerated Pie Crust Use a store-bought or homemade version
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Cranberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Adds refreshing citrus zing
  • 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened Condensed Milk Can substitute coconut condensed milk for dairy-free
  • 6 large Egg Yolks Let warm to room temperature before use
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Intense citrus aroma

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Custard Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Gather your materials.
  2. Roll out the pie crust and transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan. Trim excess dough.
  3. Par-bake the crust with parchment and weights for 10 minutes, then remove weights and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and orange juice. Simmer over medium heat until cranberries burst, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Blend the mixture until smooth, strain through a sieve, reserving about 2 cups of liquid.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the reserved cranberry liquid, sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and orange zest. Whisk until smooth.
  7. Pour the filling into the par-baked crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set.
  8. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Garnish with whipped cream or fresh cranberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This pie can be prepared in advance and makes a delightful dessert for holiday gatherings.

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