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Family Creampie
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Gradually whisk in 2 cups of whole milk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
- Boil for 1 minute, then remove from the heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk 4 large egg yolks. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of the hot milk mixture.
- Return the egg mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust and smooth the top.
- Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the filling and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- In a medium bowl, beat 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the filling and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Family creampie is a classic dessert with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. This delectable treat is believed to have originated in England and quickly gained popularity across Europe and the United States. The dish typically consists of a flaky pastry crust filled with a creamy custard and topped with a sprinkle of nutmeg. While there are many variations of this dessert, the key to a perfect family creampie lies in the balance of the buttery crust and the smooth, flavorful custard. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in traditional bakeries and pastry shops, where skilled chefs meticulously craft each element to perfection.
50 min
8
320 calories
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