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French Custard Pie with Apples

Delicious French Custard Pie with Apples for Cozy Evenings

This French Custard Pie with Apples combines a buttery crust with creamy custard and sweet apples, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine French
Servings 8 slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pie Dish
  • saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour a sturdy base for your pie that brings the perfect texture.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter for a rich, melt-in-your-mouth flavor; make sure it's cold for a flaky crust.
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar adds a subtle sweetness to balance the flavors.
  • 0.25 teaspoons salt enhances the overall taste; a pinch goes a long way!
  • 1 large egg acts as a binder, helping the crust hold together beautifully.

For the Filling

  • 3 large apples choose your favorite variety for natural sweetness; Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work wonderfully.
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar used to sweeten the apple filling, complementing the custard.
  • 2 cups milk creates a creamy texture; whole milk gives the best results.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic flavor that enhances the custard.
  • 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg a must for that warm spice element; just a pinch adds depth.
  • 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon brings a comforting warmth to the filling; fresh ground offers the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch thickens the custard, ensuring it sets perfectly and isn’t too runny.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice brightens the flavors and helps prevent apple browning.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt until they resemble coarse crumbs. Add the egg and mix until a cohesive dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  • Roll the dough out on a floured surface until it’s about ¼ inch thick. Transfer the rolled dough to your pie dish, pressing it into the edges, trimming excess dough, and pricking the bottom with a fork.
  • Peel and slice the apples. Mix them in a bowl with lemon juice, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  • Pour the prepared apple filling into the pie crust, ensuring an even layer. Leave some space at the edges for the custard.
  • In a saucepan, warm the milk until it begins to steam. Stir in vanilla extract and whisk in the sugar until completely dissolved.
  • Pour the warm milk mixture over the apple filling, ensuring it coats all apple slices.
  • Bake the pie in the oven for about 50 minutes, monitoring it until the custard is set and golden on top.

Notes

Let the pie cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before slicing to help the custard set properly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword apple dessert, baking, comfort food, Custard Pie, Desserts, French Custard Pie with Apples
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