Description

If you’re looking for a delightful dessert that embodies the spirit of the holidays, this Cranberry Custard Pie is an essential addition to your festive table. Combining the tartness of cranberries with a creamy custard, this stunning pie is sure to impress your guests at any gathering. Whether served warm or chilled, garnished with whipped cream or fresh fruit, this pie makes for a visually appealing and delicious treat that everyone will love. Plus, it keeps well in the fridge, allowing you to enjoy its rich flavors for days after baking.

Ingredients

Scale

1 refrigerated pie crust or deep 9-inch pie shell
4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
6 large egg yolks, at room temperature
1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch deep-dish pie pan. Par-bake for 20 minutes.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries and orange juice until simmering; cook until cranberries burst.
Puree cranberries using an immersion blender and strain to measure out 2 cups of puree.
In a bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, cranberry puree, and orange zest until combined.
Pour filling into the pre-baked crust and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until nearly set.
Cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (about 112g)
Calories: 295
Sugar: 37g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like nutmeg or cinnamon into the filling. Garnish with fresh fruits or flavored whipped cream just before serving for a stunning presentation.