Best 7 Custard Meringue Pie Recipes

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Custard meringue pie, also known as French silk pie, is a classic dessert that combines a creamy, rich custard filling with a crisp, delicate meringue topping. This decadent treat is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet ending to a family meal. While the recipe may seem intimidating at first, with the right ingredients and a little patience, you can easily create this stunning dessert in your own kitchen.

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VANILLA MERINGUE CUSTARD PIE



Vanilla Meringue Custard Pie image

This is a wonderful custard pie with vanilla in the custard and in the meringue, just plain YUM!

Provided by Nancy Allen

Categories     Pies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 9-inch single plain pastry shell, baked (your favorite)
1 c granulated sugar
1/4 c cornstarch
1/8 tsp salt
2 1/2 c milk
3 egg yolks, well beaten (reserve the whites)
2 Tbsp butter, softened
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
MERINGUE
3 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1/8 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
6 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare your favorite pastry crust in a 9 1/2 inch pie plate. Bake according to your directions and then let it cool while you make your custard filling.
  • 2. Custard-In a large saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat until slightly thickened, stirring constantly.
  • 3. Quickly stir 1/3 cup hot mixture into beaten egg yolks. Return this mixture to saucepan. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla extract.
  • 4. Spread evenly into shell. Set aside. Meringue-Preheat the oven to 375F. Using an electric mixer, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add salt, cream of tartar, sugar, and vanilla extract, beating until stiff and shiny.
  • 5. Quickly spread over filling to the edge. Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven; cool in refrigerator for 2 hours to set properly before serving.

DAVE'S RHUBARB CUSTARD PIE WITH MERINGUE



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A rhubarb-flavored custard pie (not pieces of rhubarb suspended in a custard). This recipe goes back to the 1930s or 40s in my family. As a child, I usually asked for this pie instead of cake for my birthday. Since the rhubarb is cooked down into a slightly chunky custard filling, this recipe does not require tender springtime rhubarb and can be made whenever rhubarb is available (even frozen).

Provided by Dave Peterson

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Rhubarb Pie Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (9 inch) refrigerated pie crust
4 cups rhubarb, chopped
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons butter
3 drops red food coloring
3 eggs, separated
6 tablespoons light whipping cream
6 tablespoons white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
⅛ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons white sugar
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Line pie crust with a double layer of aluminum foil and a layer of pie weights or dried beans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edge of crust is golden, about 10 minutes. Carefully remove the foil and weights; continue baking until the crust sets, about 5 minutes more. Remove crust and let cool.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) and place a rack in the center position.
  • Mix rhubarb, 1 1/3 cups sugar, butter, and food coloring together in a pot over medium heat. Simmer until rhubarb is tender and just starting to fall apart, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Mix egg yolks, cream, 6 tablespoons sugar, cornstarch, and salt together in a bowl. While constantly stirring, add to the rhubarb mixture. Continue stirring; simmer until mixture starts to thicken, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until foamy. Gradually add remaining 6 tablespoons sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla extract to the meringue.
  • Pour the rhubarb mixture into the baked pie crust. Pile meringue lightly on top of the filling. Spread meringue to touch the crust, sealing in the filling. Shape the top of the meringue into a nice pattern, with high points and edges that will brown when baked.
  • Bake until firm and delicately browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool until custard is set, about 2 hours. Keep refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.6 calories, Carbohydrate 68.4 g, Cholesterol 88.6 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 217.4 mg, Sugar 53 g

BLUEBERRY CUSTARD MERINGUE PIE



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This recipe is the result of combining two other recipe and blueberries. It is so delicious you would never believe it is a lighter recipe.-Donna A. Hess, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 whole reduced-fat graham crackers, quartered
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 large egg white
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups fat-free milk
2 large egg yolks
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Pulse crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Add melted butter and egg white; pulse until blended. Press mixture onto bottom and up sides of a 9-in. pie plate coated with cooking spray. Bake 7-9 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. , In a small heavy saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat., In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in blueberries and vanilla., For meringue, in a bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until soft glossy peaks form. , Transfer hot filling to crust. Spread meringue evenly over top, sealing to edge of crust. Bake at 350° for 16-20 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool 1 hour on a wire. Refrigerate 1-2 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY CUSTARD MERINGUE PIE



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I love to serve this pie around the holidays while my family is around. My grandchildren call it the red colored pie with the fluff topping.-Lee Bremson, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large eggs, separated
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
1-3/4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1-1/4 cups plus 6 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 cup water
Dash salt
Dash ground cinnamon
4 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup cornstarch, divided
1/4 cup orange juice
2 cups 2% milk, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. , In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange zest, 1/2 cup sugar, water, salt and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes. Combine 4 teaspoons cornstarch and orange juice until smooth; stir into cranberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; set aside., In another small saucepan, heat 3/4 cup sugar and 1-3/4 cups milk until bubbles form around sides of pan. In a small bowl, combine the remaining cornstarch and milk. Whisk in egg yolks until blended. Add a small amount of hot milk mixture; return all to the pan, whisking constantly. , Whisk vigorously over medium heat as mixture begins to thicken (mixture will become very thick). Bring to a boil; whisk 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; whisk in butter and vanilla. Transfer custard to crust; spread evenly with reserved cranberry mixture., Add cream of tartar to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing edges to crust., Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 180mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CUSTARD MERINGUE PIE



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Each bite of this light and fluffy pie will nearly melt in your mouth. The cracker-crumb crust holds a smooth vanilla filling topped with an airy meringue and a sprinkling of more crumbs. Everyone will crave a second slice! -Nancy Holland, Morgan Hill, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/4 cups crushed Holland Rusks or graham crackers
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups 2% milk
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
MERINGUE:
3 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients; set aside 2 tablespoons. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. , Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minute. Remove from the heat. , Stir in a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in butter and vanilla. Pour filling into crust. , In a small bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until high stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Spread evenly over hot filling, sealing to crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. , Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 397mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MERINGUE-TOPPED PECAN CUSTARD PIE



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I only use this recipe on special occasions. It's an amazing variation on the pecan pie everyone knows-the filling is a custardy delight, and the meringue gives the whole thing a lightness that's the perfect ending to a multi-course feast. -Therese Asche, Maple Grove, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
3 large egg yolks
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll pastry to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425° ., Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 350°., In a large heavy saucepan, mix sugar and flour. Whisk in milk and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat., In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in pecans and vanilla., For meringue, in a large bowl, beat egg whites, vanilla and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until soft glossy peaks form. , Transfer hot filling to crust. Spread meringue evenly over filling, sealing to edge of crust. Bake until meringue is golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 6 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Fat 33g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

PINEAPPLE CUSTARD MERINGUE PIE



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This is one of my best tasting pies yet! I love how the pineapple is so creamy -like custard and the meringue just sets it off. But the crust also makes it special. So all you pineapple lovers give this one a try and tell me what you think!

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

PIE CRUST:
1 c graham cracker crumbs
3/4 c finely chopped pecans
1/4 c granulated sugar
1/4 c butter, melted
PINEAPPLE CUSTARD FILLING:
20 oz can crushed pineapple,undrained
8 oz pkg, cream cheese, softened
14 oz can sweetened condensed milk(eagle brand)
3 large egg yolks
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 Tbsp cornstarch
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites
6 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp cream of tartar

Steps:

  • 1. Pie Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, pecans and butter; press onto the bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Set aside. Preheat oven to 300^.
  • 2. Pineapple Custard: In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy and add pineapple, juice and all;mix until smooth. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk ,egg yolks, vanilla and corn starch; mix well. Gently pour into crust. Bake about 45 minutes at 300^ or until center of pie is almost set.(some ovens take up to 50 minutes) Remove from oven. Turn oven temperature to 400^.Spread meringue over top and bake in oven 4-5 minutes until lightly brown on peaks. Cool completely so that the filling has time to thicken properly.
  • 3. Meringue: Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. add the cream of tartar, beat again to mix in. Slowly add the sugar by Tablespoons until all has been incorporated and stiff peak form. Spread meringue over filling evenly , making sure to cover the edges of the crust and no gaps between filling and edge of pie crust. Bake for 4- 5 minutes in 400^.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the pie crust and filling come together smoothly.
  • Don't overmix the pie crust dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
  • Blind bake the pie crust before filling it. This will help prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • Use a water bath when baking the pie. This will help prevent the custard from curdling.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set.

Conclusion:

Custard meringue pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy custard filling and fluffy meringue topping, this pie is sure to please everyone. Follow these tips to make the best custard meringue pie: use room temperature ingredients, don't overmix the pie crust dough, blind bake the pie crust before filling it, use a water bath when baking the pie, and let the pie cool completely before serving.

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