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Maple Cream Pie

Heavenly Maple Cream Pie That Will Wow Your Guests

This Maple Cream Pie is a creamy, custard delight that transforms simple ingredients into an irresistible dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • ½ cup whole milk can substitute with almond milk
  • 4 large egg yolks use an extra yolk for depth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch arrowroot is a substitute
  • a pinch salt balances sweetness
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar dark brown sugar is an alternative
  • 1 cup heavy cream coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1 cup maple syrup use pure maple syrup for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon maple extract optional; substitute with vanilla if needed
For the Crust
  • 1 package graham cracker crust or use a gingersnap crust
For the Whipped Cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese mascarpone can be substituted

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Maple Cream Pie
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup of whole milk, egg yolks, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until perfectly smooth.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 1 ½ cups of whole milk, heavy cream, light brown sugar, and pure maple syrup. Heat over medium heat until gently simmering.
  3. Slowly pour the hot milk and cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking vigorously to temper the eggs.
  4. Continue cooking the custard over medium heat, stirring constantly for about 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Carefully pour the warm custard into a pre-baked graham cracker crust and chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours.
  6. Prepare the whipped cream by beating the cream cheese until light and fluffy, adding maple syrup and then heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  7. Spread the whipped cream mixture over the chilled Maple Cream Pie before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra touch, consider garnishing with additional maple syrup drizzle or chopped nuts before serving.

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