Mari's Delicious Dessert Pie Recipe

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Mari's Delicious Dessert Pie Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 17, 2024

Mari's Dessert Pie is a perfect combination of a flaky crust and a creamy, indulgent filling. With just the right amount of sweetness, this pie is sure to satisfy your dessert cravings. Whether you're serving it at a party or enjoying it as a special treat, this dessert pie is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • Fresh berries for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Place the pie crust in a pie dish and crimp the edges.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  4. Stir in milk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks. Gradually stir in some of the hot milk mixture.
  6. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract.
  8. Pour the filling into the pie crust and bake for 25-30 minutes, until set.
  9. Let the pie cool completely before topping with whipped cream and fresh berries.

Interesting Facts

  • Dessert pies originated in medieval Europe as a way to preserve fruit.
  • Pie crusts were originally used as a vessel for meat fillings.
  • Whipped cream was first referenced in English literature in the 16th century.