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Cranberry Custard Pie

Cranberry Custard Pie: A Creamy Holiday Treasure Awaiting You

This Cranberry Custard Pie elegantly marries creamy custard and tart cranberries, making it the ultimate holiday dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 pie crust Refrigerated Pie Crust Use store-bought or homemade for convenience and flavor.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Cranberries The star ingredient, adding a tart punch; choose fresh or frozen.
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed brings out the citrus zing that brightens the pie.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk This creamy ingredient sweetens and thickens the filling; coconut condensed milk works for a dairy-free twist.
  • 6 large Egg Yolks Essential for richness; let them reach room temperature for the best mixing.
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Elevate the pie’s freshness with aromatic zest; two oranges typically yield the right amount.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • blender
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Roll out your refrigerated pie crust on a floured surface until it's about 1/8-inch thick.
  3. Carefully transfer the crust to a 9-inch pie pan, pressing it into the edges and trimming excess dough.
  4. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights. Par-bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and orange juice over medium heat. Cook for 4-5 minutes until cranberries burst.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a blender. Blend until smooth, then strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, collecting about 2 cups.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, cranberry puree, and orange zest until smooth.
  8. Pour the custard filling into the cooled pie crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly but set.
  9. Let the pie cool at room temperature for 2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  10. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, fresh cranberries, or colorful sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Strain the cranberry puree well for a smooth filling. Let the pie cool completely before refrigerating for perfect texture.

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