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cranberry orange custard pie

Cranberry Orange Custard Pie: A Creamy Holiday Delight

This cranberry orange custard pie is a creamy and delicious dessert that's perfect for the holidays.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 package Refrigerated Pie Crust A convenient option; homemade can be used.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Cranberries Fresh or frozen works well.
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed enhances flavor.
  • 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk Can be substituted for coconut condensed milk.
  • 6 large Egg Yolks Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Adds aromatic burst of citrus.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • blender or food processor
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Orange Custard Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Roll out the refrigerated pie crust into a 12-inch circle, fit it into a 9-inch pie pan, trim excess dough, and flute the edges.
  3. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove weights and parchment and bake for another 10 minutes.
  4. Combine cranberries and orange juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 4-5 minutes until cranberries burst.
  5. Puree the cranberry mixture in a blender and strain through a fine-mesh sieve to collect 2 cups of liquid.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the strained cranberry liquid with sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and orange zest. Whisk until thickened.
  7. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the center is slightly wobbly.
  8. Let the pie cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  9. Top with whipped cream and garnishes before serving.
  10. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Consider adding spices like nutmeg or cinnamon for a unique twist. Make the pie 1-2 days ahead for best flavor.

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