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Cranberry Orange Custard Pie

Cranberry Orange Custard Pie: A Festive Delight to Savor

Cranberry Orange Custard Pie is a delightful seasonal dessert combining tart cranberries and zesty orange in a creamy custard.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 crust Pie Crust Use either homemade or store-bought.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Frozen cranberries can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Fresh zest provides the best aroma and taste.
  • 3 large Eggs Whisk until frothy.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Mix with whole milk for adjusted richness.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with 2% milk.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed juice is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • pie dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the pie crust in a pie dish.
  2. Scatter the fresh cranberries evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie crust.
  3. Sprinkle the fresh orange zest evenly over the layer of cranberries.
  4. Whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until smooth and frothy.
  5. Gradually mix in heavy cream, whole milk, orange juice, vanilla, flour, and salt.
  6. Pour the custard mixture over the cranberries and orange zest carefully.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set around the edges with a slight jiggle in the center.
  8. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overbaking, chill for best slicing, experiment with fruits, use fresh zest, and presentation matters.

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