Pear Custard Pie
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Pear Custard Pie
Description
Pear Custard Pie combines peeled, cored, and thinly sliced pears arranged in a single layer in a round pan. A custard batter, made by blending melted butter, eggs, milk, sugar, flour, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth, is poured evenly over the pears. Baking at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes allows the custard to set and develop a light golden color. Dusting with powdered sugar before serving adds a touch of sweetness and a delicate finish.
The texture contrasts tender fruit slices with a creamy yet firm custard layer, neither too heavy nor overly sweet. The use of pure vanilla enhances the custard's aroma without overpowering the natural pear flavor. This pie is served best slightly warm or at room temperature.
This recipe benefits from using firm pears that hold shape under heat. You can prepare it ahead and reheat gently before serving. Kids can assist with measuring and blending the custard ingredients, making it a recipe that can include helpers easily.
Ingredients
- 4 pear cored, peeled and thinly sliced, firm, any variety
- 1/4 cup butter melted, unsalted
- 3 egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract pure
- powdered sugar for garnish
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9 inch round pan with cooking spray.
- Arrange the pear slices in the pan.
- Put the butter, eggs, milk, salt, granulated sugar, flour and vanilla into a blender; process until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the pears. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the custard is golden and firm to the touch. Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- The pie works best with firm pear varieties that maintain their shape when baked.
- Coat the pan well with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Children can help by measuring and adding ingredients to the blender.
- Serve the pie slightly warm or cooled to enjoy the custard’s creamy texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 143mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 435IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 5.1mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.