Apple Pie with Creamy Custard
Ingredients
For the Apple Pie:
- 2 sheets of puff pastry or pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or a mix), peeled, cored, and sliced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (to thicken)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, diced
For the Creamy Custard (Pouring Custard):
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thicker custard)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pie
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour.
- Roll out one pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Fill the crust with the apple mixture and dot with butter.
- Cover with the second crust (or lattice if you like), seal the edges, and cut a few slits on top to vent.
- Brush the top with a little milk or beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes until the crust is golden and apples are tender. Let cool slightly.
2. Make the Custard
- In a medium saucepan, heat milk over medium heat until just simmering.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Slowly pour about ½ cup of hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly (tempering the eggs).
- Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the milk.
- Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (5–8 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Strain if you want an extra smooth texture.
3. Serve
- Slice the apple pie and pour warm custard over each serving.
- Optional: Sprinkle a little extra cinnamon or nutmeg on top.
Tips for Perfection
- Use firm apples so they hold their shape.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of brandy or apple cider to the apple filling.
- Custard can be made ahead and kept warm; reheat gently over low heat.
If you want, I can also make a full nutrition breakdown including calories, macros, and fat for a serving of this apple pie with custard, so you know exactly what you’re enjoying.
Do you want me to do that?