Indulge in the rich and festive flavors of eggnog with this delectable Eggnog Pie recipe. Made with a buttery graham cracker crust, velvety eggnog filling, and topped with a dollop of whipped cream, this pie is the perfect dessert for the holiday season. It's easy to prepare and will impress your friends and family with its delicious taste and beautiful presentation. Prepare to be delighted by the creamy, smooth consistency and the warm, comforting flavors of this festive pie. Don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy a classic holiday treat in a new and enticing way!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Ground cinnamon, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, forming a crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- In a saucepan, whisk together eggnog, heavy cream, granulated sugar, cornstarch, nutmeg, and salt.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer.
- Once simmering, continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the eggnog filling into the cooled graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream and sprinkle with ground cinnamon for garnish.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
