Description
A delightful Pistachio Custard Pie with creamy custard, a hint of nutty flavor, and a buttery crust, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, finely ground
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Iced water as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust: Mix flour, butter, and salt, adding iced water until dough forms. Chill it.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Make the pistachio filling: Blend ground pistachios with milk, cream, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk the eggs: Combine eggs and vanilla in a bowl. Temper the eggs by slowly adding the warm pistachio mixture.
- Combine the mixtures: Pour custard into the chilled pie crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set.
- Let it cool: Cool pie to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Notes
For best flavor, refrigerate overnight before serving. Avoid rushing the cooling process for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Pistachio Pie, Custard Pie, Dessert, Family Recipe, Baking