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Cranberry Custard Pie

Cranberry Custard Pie

A delightful blend of tart cranberries and creamy custard in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter cut into cubes
  • 0.25 cup Ice water
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 14 ounce can Whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Pastry blender or fork
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the crust: Whisk together flour and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, mixing until dough forms. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Roll out dough and transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp edges.
  3. Make the filling: In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (2-3 minutes).
  4. Whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually whisk the hot cranberry mixture into the egg mixture to temper the eggs.
  6. Pour filling into the prepared pie crust.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until set and golden brown. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade cranberry sauce. You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling.