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Sugar Cream Pie

Decadent Sugar Cream Pie: A Slice of Nostalgia

This Sugar Cream Pie features a rich, creamy custard filling, perfect for creating sweet memories with every slice.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 pie shell Pie Shell Use a pre-made pie shell or homemade.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Avoid skim milk.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Use high-quality sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Essential for thickening.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Just a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Diced for even melting.
For Optional Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon For dusting on top.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • whisk
  • oven
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sugar Cream Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prick the pie crust multiple times then bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden brown. Allow it to cool.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk together whole milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until it thickens (5-7 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat, stir in diced butter until melted and smooth.
  5. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 10 minutes or until bubbling.
  6. Cool on a wire rack at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
  7. Sprinkle cinnamon on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Sugar Cream Pie can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a week, or frozen for up to 2 months.

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