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Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Creamy Custard Pie

Creamy cinnamon-vanilla custard pie with a buttery crust, perfect for Christmas Eve dessert — warm, comforting, and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling time: 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • Extra cinnamon or powdered sugar for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Warm the milk gently on the stove.
  • Whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
  • Slowly add warm milk while whisking. Stir in melted butter.
  • Pour into crust and bake 40–45 minutes, until set with a slight jiggle.
  • Cool completely before slicing. Chill if desired.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or enjoy plain.