Creamy Caramel Custard Pie Recipe

Indulge in the rich and smooth flavor of a Creamy Caramel Custard Pie, a dessert that’s as impressive as it is easy to make. This recipe combines the lusciousness of caramel with a creamy custard base and a buttery pie crust to create a dessert that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, this pie will be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

For the Caramel Layer:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup water

For the Custard Filling:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Pie Crust:

• 1 pre-made or homemade 9-inch pie crust (baked and cooled)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Caramel Layer

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, swirling the pan gently (do not stir) until the sugar dissolves.
2. Increase the heat to medium-high and let the mixture boil until it turns a deep amber color, about 8–10 minutes.
3. Carefully pour the caramel into the baked pie crust, tilting the crust to spread it evenly. Allow it to cool and harden while preparing the custard.

2. Make the Custard Filling

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat until it’s warm but not boiling (about 180°F or when small bubbles form along the edges).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
3. Gradually pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to avoid cooking the eggs.
4. Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps.

3. Assemble the Pie

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