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Creamy Apple Custard Pie Recipe

Yes, you read the title correctly. America's favorite pie - APPLE - combined with a sweet custard filling. This treat is so rich you'll be tempted to eat it without ice cream.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Difficulty Level Medium
Servings 8 slices
Calories 496kcal
Cost $5.50

Utensils & Equipment

  • 1 9-inch deep dish pie plate
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 medium mixing bowl
  • 1 medium saucepan
  • 1 spatula or spoon
  • 1 wire whisk
  • 1 wire cooling rack

Ingredients List

  • 1 refrigerated pie crust
  • 5 MacIntosh apples
  • 8 ounces heavy cream 1 cup
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour divided
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 stick butter divided
  • 3 Tbsp butter As cold as possible and cut into tiny cubes
  • 2 tsp cinnamon divided
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat Oven

  • Preheat the oven to 375℉.
  • Place a cooking sheet on the middle shelf.

Prepare The Crust

  • Place the crust in the pie plate. Use a fork to poke a few holes in the bottom.

Prepare The Apples

  • Peel, core, and slice the apples. Cut some of the slices into smaller sections to help fill empty spaces when filling the pie.
  • Melt 1/2 stick of butter in medium saucepan on medium-high heat until the butter starts to turn brown.
  • Slowly stir in 1 tsp of cinnamon, 1/2 tsp of nutmeg and 1/4 tsp of ginger.
  • Stir until the spices are well incorporated then add the apples.
  • Cook for 5 - 6 minutes, stirring constantly, until the apples start to soften.
  • Remove from heat and set aside while preparing the custard.

Prepare The Custard

  • Whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Add the granulated sugar and 4 Tbsp of flour, and whisk until creamy and smooth.
  • Set mixture aside while preparing the topping.

Prepare The Topping

  • In medium bowl thoroughly mix together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and 1 tsp of cinnamon.
  • Add the 4 Tbsp cubed, cold butter.
  • Use a fork or pastry cutter to bring the mixture together. Mix well to bring the dry ingredients into the mixture. Do not use your hands or your body heat will melt the butter.
  • When properly mixed the crumbles should be no larger than the size of a pea.

Assemble The Pie

  • Spread the apples evenly in the crust. Use the smaller pieces of apples to fill any large gaps between the slices.
  • Spoon or pour the custard mixture over the apples.
  • Sprinkle the topping over the custard.

Bake It

  • Place pie on the cookie sheet in oven and bake for 40 - 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. You should notice the filling bubbling near the edges.

Cool Down

  • Place on wire cooling rack and allow to cool for at least 2 hours.
  • To enjoy the pie cold, refrigerate after cooling at room temperature.

Notes

Nutrition information based on Pillsbury pie crust and MacIntosh apples. If you use a different brand of either product, nutrition information will vary.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Creamy Apple Custard Pie Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 496 Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Trans Fat 0.4g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 79mg26%
Sodium 186mg8%
Potassium 165mg5%
Carbohydrates 61g20%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 39g43%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 756IU15%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 52mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.