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Cranberry Custard Pie

Cranberry Custard Pie: A Creamy Holiday Delight

A delightful blend of tart cranberries and rich custard, this Cranberry Custard Pie is a must-bake for your holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • Refrigerated pie crust or deep 9-inch pie shell Store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 4 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen) Sweet varieties can be used if preferred
  • 1 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed recommended
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk Coconut condensed milk for a non-dairy twist
  • 6 large egg yolks At room temperature
  • 1 tbsp orange zest Optional but enhances flavor
Optional Toppings
  • Whipped cream Classic accompaniment
  • Fresh cranberries or mint leaves For decorative touch

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • blender or food processor
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Roll out your refrigerated pie crust into a 12-inch circle, about 1/8-inch thick.
  3. Transfer the rolled-out crust into a deep 9-inch pie dish and trim any excess dough.
  4. Cover the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights. Bake for 10 minutes, remove weights and parchment, then bake for an additional 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and orange juice. Simmer for about 4-5 minutes until cranberries soften.
  6. Transfer the softened cranberries to a blender and purée until smooth, then strain to yield about 2 cups of cranberry puree.
  7. In a mixing bowl, combine the cranberry puree, sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and orange zest. Whisk until thick and creamy.
  8. Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is slightly wobbly.
  9. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for 2 hours.
  10. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
  11. Decorate with whipped cream or garnishes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Perfect for the holiday season, this pie can be made a day in advance. Serve it chilled for the best flavor.

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