This Magic Crust Custard Pie Is My Go-To Dessert Trick
There’s something charming—and just a little magical—about this pie. With one batter, one dish, and no need for pastry, this Magic Crust Custard Pie forms its own delicate base as it bakes, rising up at the edges while the center sets into a silky, vanilla-rich custard.
It’s the kind of recipe you can mix in minutes (literally—just blend and bake), but it tastes like something passed down from your grandma’s handwritten recipe cards. Add a pinch of nutmeg on top, and you’ve got a slice of comfort that works for holidays, weeknights, or anytime you’re craving something sweet and simple.
🧡 Why I Love This Recipe
- No crust to roll or buy—the batter forms its own!
- Just 7 pantry ingredients + nutmeg
- Ready to bake in under 5 minutes
- Delicate, silky texture with a golden edge
- Endlessly customizable with lemon, coconut, or almond twists
📝 Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 cups milk (whole milk preferred)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Nutmeg, for topping
👨🍳 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend the batter: Add all ingredients (except nutmeg) to a blender or food processor. Blend on high speed for 30 seconds, until smooth.
- Pour & prep: Pour the batter into a greased or buttered 9.5-inch pie plate. Sprinkle a light dusting of nutmeg on top.
- Bake: Place in the middle rack of the oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the center is just set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool: Let cool on a wire rack. The pie will puff up while baking and settle as it cools.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy warm, chilled, or at room temperature.
🔄 Optional Variations
- Coconut Custard Pie: Add 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut to the batter before blending.
- Lemon Twist: Add 1 teaspoon lemon extract and 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest.
- Almond Custard: Sub ½ teaspoon almond extract for a nutty flavor profile.
- Nut-free tip: Skip the nutmeg and add cinnamon instead for a warm spice note.
🧁 Serving Tips
This pie is soft and elegant, best served:
- Plain, with a light dusting of powdered sugar
- With fresh berries or sliced bananas
- Topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Alongside Big Family Banana Pudding for a classic dessert duo
- Followed by Grasshopper Pie for a cool contrast
🧊 Storage & Leftovers
- Fridge: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days
- Serve chilled or reheated in the microwave (10–15 seconds per slice)
- Freezing not recommended due to the delicate custard texture
📚 More Desserts You’ll Love
- This Big Family Banana Pudding
- These Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs
- This Grasshopper Pie
- These Caramel Apple Pie Cookies
- This Edible Cookie Dough
📝 Final Thoughts
This Magic Crust Custard Pie is more than just a nostalgic dessert—it’s a reminder that simple ingredients, blended with love, can create a little kitchen magic. With no crust to roll and no fuss, it’s a creamy dream you’ll come back to again and again.
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