Holiday Pies Christmas: Cozy Cinnamon-Vanilla Custard Pie
A creamy, comforting cinnamon-vanilla custard pie with a silky texture and spiced holiday flavor. A festive, make-ahead dessert perfect for Christmas Eve or winter gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
Ingredients
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1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
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3 large eggs
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 cups whole milk
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1 tbsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: nutmeg for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Par-bake crust if desired.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
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Pour into crust. Dust with nutmeg if using.
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Bake 45–55 min, until set but slightly jiggly in center.
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Cool 1 hour, then chill at least 3 hours before serving.
Notes
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Use vanilla bean paste for extra flavor.
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Swap crust for graham or gingersnap variation.
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Store covered in fridge up to 3 days.