🥧 Creamy Apple Pie (Custard Style)

🧾 Ingredients

For the filling:

• 3–4 apples, peeled & sliced
• 2 tbsp butter
• ¼ cup sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

For the custard:

• 2 eggs
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup heavy cream

For the base:

• 1 sheet pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

Topping:

• Powdered sugar

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare apples
   Melt butter in a pan, add apples + sugar (+ cinnamon).
   Cook until slightly soft and caramelized.
2. Prepare crust
   Place pie crust into a greased pie dish.
   Pre-bake for 8–10 minutes at 180°C (optional but helps avoid soggy base).
3. Make custard
   Whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, milk, and cream until smooth.
4. Assemble
   Spread cooked apples evenly in crust.
   Pour custard mixture over them.
5. Bake
   Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes
   until the center is set and top is golden.
6. Cool & serve
   Let it cool slightly so custard sets properly.
   Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Serve warm with tea ☕
• Add whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
• Drizzle caramel sauce for extra richness

❓ Q&A

Q1: Why is my pie watery?
Custard needs time to set — let it cool at least 20–30 minutes.

Q2: Can I skip pre-cooking apples?
You can, but cooking first gives better flavor and texture.

Q3: Can I use only milk (no cream)?
Yes, but the filling will be less rich and creamy.

Q4: How do I know it’s done?
Center should be slightly jiggly but not liquid.

Q5: Can I add nuts or raisins?
Yes! Walnuts or raisins taste great in this pie.