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A golden cinnamon-vanilla custard pie with a smooth, creamy center and lightly browned edges, styled for a festive Perfect Pie look that fits beautifully into cozy Winter Pies Recipes and elegant Holiday Plated Desserts, offering a warm twist on Traditional Thanksgiving Pies while standing out as one of the Best Pies For Christmas; a simple, comforting treat for fans of Desserts Made With Pie Crust, silky Creamy Pie Recipes, and classic Dessert Holiday flavors.

Dreamy Cinnamon-Vanilla Custard Pie – One of the Best Pies for Christmas

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Bring a little magic to your holiday dessert lineup with this ultra-creamy cinnamon-vanilla custard pie. Every bite delivers a warm, velvety filling scented with cozy spices and tucked into a tender, golden crust. It’s the kind of dessert that feels nostalgic, festive, and absolutely essential for Christmas Eve gatherings or any winter celebration where comfort is the star.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

Custard Layer

  • 4 large eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or seeds from 1 vanilla bean
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon orange zest for a festive twist

Instructions

  1. Prep the Crust
    • Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate, smoothing it into the corners.
    • Lay parchment over the crust and fill it with pie weights or dry beans. Bake for 15 minutes.
    • Remove the parchment and weights and bake for another 5 minutes until the crust turns a soft golden color. Let it cool briefly.
  2. Make the Custard
    • Warm the milk and cream together in a small saucepan with the cinnamon and vanilla. Heat until it’s steaming but not boiling.
    • If using whole spices or beans, allow the mixture to steep for about 10 minutes, then lift them out.
  3. Whisk the Base
    • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, and salt until the mixture looks smooth and slightly lighter in color.
  4. Combine Everything
    • Slowly ladle the warm dairy mixture into the whisked eggs, stirring the entire time to prevent scrambling.
    • For an extra luxurious texture, strain the blended custard through a fine sieve.
  5. Bake the Pie
    • Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
    • Pour the custard into the pre-baked crust.
    • Bake for 35–40 minutes. The edges should be firm while the center still has a gentle wobble.
  6. Cool & Serve
    • Allow the pie to cool naturally on the counter.
    • Transfer to the refrigerator and chill at least 2 hours before cutting.
    • Slice, serve, and enjoy the holiday magic!
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Desserts

Nutrition

  • Calories: 310 kcal

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