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A silky, classic custard pie made with whole milk, fresh eggs, vanilla, and nutmeg for a smooth, comforting dessert.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 3 large eggs
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Equipment

  • Pie Plate
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Place the unbaked pie crust into a pie plate and chill while preparing the filling.
  2. Whisk eggs and sugar in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Add whole milk and vanilla, whisking gently to avoid bubbles.
  4. Pour the custard mixture into the chilled crust and sprinkle nutmeg evenly on top.
  5. Bake at 350°F for 40–45 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
  6. Cool completely to allow the custard to firm before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 180mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Bake gently and cool completely for the smoothest texture. The pie tastes even better after resting overnight.

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