Description

This Cranberry Orange Custard Pie features a creamy, citrus-infused custard filled with bursts of tart cranberries, all nestled in a flaky pie crust. It’s a showstopping dessert that’s both vibrant and comforting—the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and creamy for your holiday table or special family dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Pie

1 (10-inch) unbaked pie shell
12 oz. fresh cranberries (if frozen, thawed and patted dry)

For the Custard Filling

1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp orange zest
1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat Oven – Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even baking for your pie.
Prepare Cranberries and Pie Shell – Place the fresh cranberries into the unbaked 10-inch pie shell, spreading them out evenly to cover the bottom.
Mix Custard Filling – In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, beaten eggs, heavy whipping cream, flour, salt, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
Assemble Pie – Pour the custard mixture over the cranberries in the pie shell, ensuring the berries are well covered.
Bake Initial Stage – Place the pie in the oven and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes. This helps to set the crust and start cooking the custard.
Reduce Temperature and Continue Baking – After 10 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Cover the pie crust edges with a pie shield or tin foil to prevent overbrowning. Continue to bake the pie for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set and just slightly wobbly in the center.
Cool and Serve – Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing. This helps the custard finish setting. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator.

Notes

You can use frozen cranberries, but make sure to thaw and pat them dry before use to avoid excess moisture.
Covering the crust edges partway through baking prevents them from becoming too dark or burnt.
Letting the pie cool completely ensures a smooth, sliceable custard texture.
Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
Calories: 383
Sugar: 37g
Sodium: 223mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 103mg