Description
The Christmas Sugar Cream Pie stands out for its simplicity and rich flavor. Made with basic pantry staples like sugar, milk, and cornstarch, the pie is quick to assemble and bakes to perfection in a pre-prepared crust. Its velvety filling is reminiscent of old-fashioned desserts, elevated by a hint of nutmeg, giving it a distinctly festive touch. The pie’s appeal lies in its versatility—it pairs beautifully with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar for added flair. Whether served at a holiday brunch or a cozy Christmas dinner, it’s sure to leave your guests raving.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made or homemade 9-inch pie crust (for structure and flavor)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for sweetness)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (for thickening)
- 2 cups whole milk (for creaminess)
- 1 cup heavy cream (for richness)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed (for a smooth texture)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (to enhance sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (for a festive touch)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Blind bake the pie crust by lining it with parchment paper and filling it with pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove weights and bake for another 5 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
- In a saucepan, whisk sugar and cornstarch. Gradually add milk and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble (5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in butter until melted.
- Remove from heat; mix in vanilla, salt, and nutmeg.
- Pour filling into cooled crust. Smooth the top and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Garnish with nutmeg or whipped cream before serving.
Notes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)
Yield: 8 servings
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keywords: Christmas Sugar Cream Pie, holiday desserts, custard pie
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Christmas Sugar Cream Pie, holiday desserts, custard pie