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Cranberry Orange Custard Pie

Cranberry Orange Custard Pie: A Festive Delight for All

Cranberry Orange Custard Pie is a simple yet impressive dessert combining custard, tart cranberries, and zesty orange flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 Pie Crust Use a buttery, flaky crust; store-bought or homemade both work wonderfully!
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cranberries Fresh or frozen, slice in half if large for better distribution.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Use zest from a juicy orange for the best aroma.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for structure and richness.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to suit your sweetness preference.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Use non-dairy milk for lactose-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed enhances the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth and warmth.
  • 1/4 cup Flour Swap for cornstarch for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and uplifts flavors.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick and transfer to a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp edges and trim excess dough.
  3. Scatter cranberries across the prepared pie crust and sprinkle orange zest over them.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth. Gradually add heavy cream, milk, orange juice, and vanilla. Sift in flour and salt, mixing until smooth.
  5. Pour the custard mixture over the cranberries in the pie crust.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until mostly set with a slight jiggle in the center. Cover edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
  7. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use fresh cranberries and a juicy orange for the best flavor. Don't rush the cooling process for improved texture and flavor.

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