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Nutmeg Egg Custard Pie on a plate
Melissa Hart

Nutmeg Egg Custard Pie

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 partially baked 9-inch All-Purpose Flaky Pie Crust
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 3 cups whole milk warmed
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F and set the partially baked crust on a rimmed sheet pan.
  2. Whisk the eggs, sugar and salt just until smooth without making foam.
  3. Whisk in the warm milk and vanilla gradually.
  4. Pour the custard into the crust and sprinkle the nutmeg evenly over the surface.
  5. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the outer 2 inches are set, the center quivers, and the filling reaches 175°F.
  6. Cool completely before slicing.