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Christmas Eve Custard Pie Recipe
Emily

Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Creamy Custard Pie

This Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Creamy Custard Pie is a comforting, silky dessert baked inside a buttery homemade crust. With the warmth of cinnamon and the sweetness of vanilla, it’s the perfect festive pie to share around the holiday table.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 2-3 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweet crust)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Parchment paper
  • pie weights or dried beans
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar (if using).
  2. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add ice water, mixing until dough comes together. Form into a disc, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer to dish, trim edges, and crimp. Blind bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes with weights, then 5 minutes uncovered. Cool completely.
  5. Whisk together eggs and sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
  6. Mix in vanilla extract and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  7. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and a pinch of salt until the custard mixture is smooth.
  8. Pour the custard filling into the pre-baked crust. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes, until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
  9. Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to set.
  10. Top with whipped cream or sprinkle with cinnamon before serving. Slice and enjoy with coffee or cocoa.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use fresh cream and high-quality vanilla extract. Chill the pie completely before slicing for cleaner cuts. Top with whipped cream and a light dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra holiday touch.