Creamy Caramel Custard Pie 🍮🥧

Ingredients

For the caramel

• ½ cup sugar
• 2 tbsp water

For the custard

• 3 large eggs
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2½ cups milk (warm)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the crust

• 1 ready-made pie crust (or homemade)

Instructions

1. Make the caramel:
   In a saucepan, heat sugar and water over medium heat (do not stir).
   When it turns deep amber, carefully pour into the pie dish, tilting to coat the bottom.
2. Prepare the custard:
   In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth.
   Slowly add warm milk and vanilla, whisking gently.
3. Assemble:
   Place the pie crust over the caramel in the dish.
   Carefully pour custard mixture into the crust.
4. Bake:
   Place the pie dish in a larger pan filled with hot water (water bath).
   Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 45–50 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
5. Cool & chill:
   Let cool completely, then refrigerate at least 4 hours.
6. Serve:
   Slice and enjoy cold with the caramel sauce on top.

Tips

• For extra creaminess, replace ½ cup milk with heavy cream.
• Strain the custard for an ultra-smooth texture.
• Delicious served plain or with whipped cream.

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