Milk Pie Recipe

Indulge in the creamy perfection of this classic South African Milk Tart! This recipe delivers a melt-in-your-mouth custard filling nestled in a buttery crust (crust baking time not included). A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar adds the perfect finishing touch to this beloved dessert. Easy to follow instructions ensure a delicious result every time.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 42 mins
Calories 2225.5 kcal
Protein 89g
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Ingredients for Milk Pie

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How to Make Milk Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your favorite pie crust and bake according to package directions. Let cool completely.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 4 cups whole milk and 2 large eggs until well combined.
  4. Gradually whisk in the cornstarch mixture until smooth.
  5. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle simmer (about 10-17 minutes). Do not boil!
  6. Reduce heat to low if necessary to prevent burning. Continue whisking constantly.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.
  8. Pour the custard filling into the cooled pie crust.
  9. Let cool to lukewarm before refrigerating for at least 3-4 hours, or until set.
  10. Before serving, sprinkle generously with a cinnamon-sugar mixture (1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

783g

Fat

161g

Carbs

101g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Milk Pie?

Milk Pie takes about 62 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 42 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Milk Pie?

Milk Pie has approximately 2225.5 calories per serving, with about 89 g protein, 101 g carbohydrates and 142 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Milk Pie?

The key ingredients for Milk Pie are Cornstarch, Salt, Sugar, Whole Milk, Egg, Almond Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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