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Cranberry Custard Pie

Cranberry Custard Pie

A delicious and easy-to-make cranberry custard pie with a buttery, flaky crust. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter Cut into cubes
  • 0.25 cup Ice water
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 14-ounce can Whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Pastry blender or fork
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the crust: Whisk together flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until dough comes together. Form into a disc, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges.
  3. Make the filling: In a saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually whisk the hot cranberry mixture into the egg mixture to temper the eggs.
  6. Pour filling into the prepared pie crust.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until custard is set and crust is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
  8. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a combination of whole milk and heavy cream in the filling. You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling for extra warmth.