Decadent Creamy Caramel Custard Pie: A Silky-Smooth Dessert Dream


 

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar

  • 6 tbsp melted butter

For the Caramel Custard Filling:

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 4 large egg yolks

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup cornstarch

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

For the Caramel Glaze:

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 tbsp water

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • ½ tsp sea salt (optional for salted caramel)

(Pro Tip: Add a dollop of whipped cream and extra caramel drizzle for a showstopping finish!)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.

  3. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish and bake for 8 minutes. Let cool.

2. Prepare the Custard Filling

  1. In a saucepan, heat cream and milk until steaming (do not boil).

  2. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

  3. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the eggs while whisking.

  4. Return to the stove and cook on medium-low, stirring constantly, until thickened (5-7 min).

  5. Off heat, stir in vanilla.

3. Assemble & Chill

  1. Pour custard into the crust and smooth the top.

  2. Cover with plastic wrap (touching the surface to prevent skin) and refrigerate 4+ hours (or overnight).

4. Make the Caramel Glaze

  1. In a saucepan, melt sugar and water over medium heat (do not stir!) until amber-colored (8-10 min).

  2. Remove from heat, whisk in butter, cream, and salt (careful—it bubbles!).

  3. Cool slightly, then pour over the chilled pie.

5. Slice & Serve!

  • Garnish with whipped cream, sea salt flakes, or toasted nuts.

  • Use a hot knife for clean slices.

Serving Suggestions & Variations

🍦 À la mode – Serve with vanilla ice cream for extra decadence.
☕ Coffee pairing – Perfect with espresso or latte.
🍫 Chocolate twist – Add chocolate shavings or a dutch cocoa crust.
🌰 Nutty crunch – Sprinkle toasted pecans or almonds on top.

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  • Engagement boosters:

    • Step-by-step video (showing the caramel drizzle = more shares!).

    • Make-ahead tips (great for holiday content).

  • Evergreen appeal:

    • Works for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and summer BBQs.

Final Thoughts

This Creamy Caramel Custard Pie is the epitome of luxurious yet simple desserts—rich, velvety, and impossible to resist. Whether you're a home baker or a food blogger, this recipe is a guaranteed hit that keeps readers (and ad revenue) coming back for more.

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