Description
A delightful dessert featuring ripe pears baked in a creamy, vanilla-infused custard. This easy pear custard pie is perfect for autumn gatherings or a sweet finish to any meal, offering a comforting taste without a fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 9-inch pie crust, unbaked
- 3 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
- Arrange the sliced pears evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture over the pears in the pie crust, ensuring the pears are evenly covered.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow the pear custard pie to cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- If your pears are very ripe, they might fall apart during baking, resulting in a more jam-like texture, which is still delicious.
- Using too much flour can make the custard rubbery; stick to the recommended amount.
- For a neater slice, chill the pie before cutting.
- This pear custard pie can be stored covered in the refrigerator for about two days. Reheat gently if desired. Freezing is not recommended as the texture can become unpleasant.
- Variations include using apples or peaches instead of pears, or adding a splash of almond extract or a handful of berries.
- Canned pears can be used, but drain them very well.
- Pear skins can be left on if they are thin, for a more rustic feel.
- For a dairy-free version, try plant-based milk and vegan butter, though this has not been tested.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 calories
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg