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cranberry custard pie

Deliciously Tart Cranberry Custard Pie for Holiday Cheer

This cranberry custard pie combines tart cranberries with a creamy custard, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 0.5 cup Cold Butter Chilled coconut oil works as a dairy-free substitute.
  • 3 tbsp Ice Water Can use cold milk for flavor.
Cranberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Cranberries Frozen cranberries don’t require thawing.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar adds deeper flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Lime juice and zest can be used as alternatives.
Custard
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream works for dairy-free.
  • 0.5 tsp Nutmeg Cinnamon can also be used.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium Saucepan
  • pie plate
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Pie Assembly
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing gently until just combined. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer the rolled dough into a pie plate, trimming any excess. Crimp the edges and place the crust in the freezer for 15 minutes.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, water, sugar, lemon juice, and orange zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the cranberries burst. Allow to cool slightly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, flour, and nutmeg until smooth. Heat heavy cream until just boiling, then gradually whisk it into the egg mixture.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spoon craanberry filling into the chilled pie crust, then pour custard mixture over it. Bake for 45-55 minutes until custard is set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  6. Once baked, cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Slice and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra indulgence, serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Experiment with different fruits or spices for variations on this recipe.

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