Ingredients
– 1 pie crust (refrigerated or homemade) Forms the base of the pie.
– 4 large egg yolks (lightly beaten) Helps bind and enrich the filling.
– 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream Essential for the filling’s thickness and creamy consistency.
– 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar Adds a deep, caramel-like sweetness to the mix.
– 1/3 cup sifted cornstarch Acts as a thickener to ensure the filling sets properly.
– 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor.
– 1/2 cup honey The main sweetener, providing natural flavor and health benefits.
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses a warm, aromatic depth into the custard.
Instructions
1-First, prepare your workspace by gathering all tools and ingredients.
2-Chill the crust as mentioned, then mix and heat the cream base.
3-Temper the eggs carefully for a silky filling.
4-Bake until slightly jiggly; it will firm up as it cools.
5-Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until fully set total prep time is about 35 minutes plus 40 minutes baking.
Last Step:
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🥄 Combine cream ingredients thoroughly before heating to avoid clumps.
🥚 Temper eggs carefully to prevent scrambling when adding hot mixture.
❄️ Cool the pie slowly before refrigerating to ensure the custard sets properly.
⏲️ Remove pie from oven while slightly jiggly; it will firm as it cools.
🧈 Use heavy whipping cream for the filling to achieve the right thickness.
❄️ Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 4-5 days or freeze and thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 449 kcal
- Sugar: 29.8 g
- Sodium: 466.8 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 45.5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 141 mg