cranberry custard pie holiday (Print-Friendly Format)
Silky custard is blended with tangy cranberries and orange zest in a festive pie perfect for celebrations.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Pastry Base
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1 refrigerated pie crust or 1 deep 23 cm pie shell
→ Filling
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480 g fresh or frozen cranberries
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240 ml freshly squeezed orange juice
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400 g sweetened condensed milk
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6 large egg yolks, at room temperature
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1 tablespoon orange zest, approximately from 2 oranges
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 180°C (gas mark 4).
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On a lightly floured surface, roll pie dough into a 30 cm circle, turning and flouring as needed to prevent sticking.
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Carefully transfer dough into a 23 cm deep-dish pie pan. Smooth and trim excess overhang. Flute or crimp the edges as preferred.
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Line crust with parchment and foil. Fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove weights and liners. Bake an additional 10 minutes.
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In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and orange juice. Simmer over medium heat until most berries burst, about 4–5 minutes.
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Blend cooked cranberries with an immersion blender. Press mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. Measure out 480 ml of the strained puree.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, strained cranberry mixture, and orange zest. Whisk until thoroughly blended and thick.
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Pour custard filling into pre-baked crust. Bake 30–35 minutes until nearly set in the center, with a slight wobble. Shield crust edges with foil if browning too quickly. Start checking at 25 minutes, then every 5 minutes as needed.
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Place baked pie on wire rack to cool for approximately 2 hours.
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Transfer cooled pie to refrigerator and chill at least 4 hours or overnight for optimal texture.
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If desired, garnish with sweetened whipped cream, fresh cranberries, red currants, sugared rosemary, and decorative sprinkles before serving.
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Cover any leftovers securely and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
# Extra Tips:
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For clean slices, chill the pie thoroughly before cutting.
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Use fresh orange juice for enhanced flavor and brightness.