Pistachio Custard Pie: The Best Indulgent Dessert for Home Chefs
Pistachio Custard Pie is a rich and creamy dessert that will impress anyone who tries it. Perfect for any occasion, this indulgent treat is a favorite among home chefs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pistachios
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups milk
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend the pistachios and sugar in a food processor until finely ground.
- In a saucepan, combine milk and cornstarch, whisking until smooth.
- Add the pistachio-sugar mixture and heat until thickened.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and slowly add the hot mixture to temper them.
- Stir in vanilla extract, then pour filling into the pie crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.
- Let it cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Serve chilled for best flavor.
- Top with whipped cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Pistachio, Custard, Pie, Dessert, Indulgent