Description
This Rhubarb Custard Pie combines tart rhubarb with a smooth, creamy custard filling baked to perfection in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for a spring or summer dessert, this pie offers a delightful balance of tangy and sweet with a rich texture that sets beautifully after baking and cooling.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Shell
- 1 unbaked pie shell
Filling
- 3 cups chopped rhubarb
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure even baking for the pie.
- Prepare the Pie Shell and Rhubarb: Place the chopped rhubarb evenly across the bottom of the unbaked pie shell, distributing it to cover the entire base.
- Mix Custard Filling: In a separate bowl, thoroughly whisk together the granulated sugar, beaten eggs, heavy whipping cream, flour, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Pie: Carefully pour the custard mixture over the rhubarb in the pie shell, making sure the rhubarb is mostly covered by the liquid.
- First Baking Stage: Bake the pie at 400°F (204°C) for 10 minutes to set the crust and begin cooking the filling.
- Second Baking Stage: Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C), and continue baking for an additional 40 minutes, or until the custard is mostly set (the center may still be slightly jiggly but will firm up as it cools).
- Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the pie to help fully set the custard before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the rhubarb is evenly chopped to allow for even cooking.
- Do not overbake; custard will firm up as it cools.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least two hours before serving to allow the filling to set properly.
- You can line the bottom of the pie shell with parchment paper or use pie weights during the initial bake to avoid sogginess if desired.
- Use fresh rhubarb for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
