Creamy Caramel Custard Pie!!!

This Creamy Caramel Custard Pie is a truly indulgent dessert, combining a silky-smooth, rich caramel-infused custard baked within a flaky pie crust. Topped with more luscious caramel, it’s a comforting and sophisticated treat that’s perfect for any occasion, promising a delightful melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Creamy Caramel Custard Pie!

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

For the Caramel Custard Filling:

For Topping:

Instructions:

1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven & Prepare Crust Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish if using a store-bought crust, or roll out your homemade shortcrust pastry and gently press it into the dish. If desired, sprinkle the bottom of the crust evenly with the 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts for added texture.
2. Step 2: Prepare the Filling In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 large eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half), 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. Stir in the 1/2 cup store-bought or homemade caramel sauce, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the custard mixture.
3. Step 3: Assemble the Pie Carefully pour the caramel custard filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula if needed.
4. Step 4: Bake the Pie Place the pie on a baking sheet (this helps catch any potential drips and makes it easier to transfer). Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is mostly set but still has a slight jiggle when gently shaken. To prevent the edges of the pie crust from over-browning, you can loosely cover them with aluminum foil halfway through baking.
5. Step 5: Cool and Chill Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack at room temperature. For the best results and to allow the custard to firm up properly, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours (or ideally, overnight) before slicing.
6. Step 6: Serve Once chilled and set, slice the pie into wedges. Serve each piece with a decadent drizzle of additional caramel sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of chopped toasted pecans or flaked coconut for extra flair and texture.