Cream Pie Recipe
Creamy flavored custard in a graham cracker crust, piled high with whipped cream. Choose from: Chocolate, Coconut, Banana, Lemon or Grasshopper
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Ingredients
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Crust
Custard Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Graham Cracker Crust
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well combined and crumbly.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool.
Custard Preparation
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, and cornstarch over medium heat until combined.
- 4
- 5
Cook the Custard
Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and bubbles, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
- 7
Chill the Custard
Pour the custard into the prepared graham cracker crust and smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Topping Preparation
- 8
Make the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- 9
Top the Pie
Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled custard filling. Optionally, decorate with additional flavoring or toppings like chocolate shavings or fruit.
