Tart rhubarb and creamy custard are a match made in rustic pie heaven.
Spring is made for rhubarb pie, and rhubarb pie is made for custard.
An Easy Rhubarb Custard Pie
You wont find any obtuse strawberries here trying to steal the show.
Alison Bickle
I dont even allow a double crust or crumb topping.
This is just a simple pie with delightful bits of tart rhubarb enveloped in creamy, orange zest-infused custard.
Sweet or Tart?
Alison Bickle
I personally believe rhubarb pie should be tart.
Ive made this pie with only a half cup sugar, and I like it that way.
My husband prefers it with a full cup of sugar.
Alison Bickle
We compromised, and I wrote the recipe using 3/4 cup of sugar.
The moral of this story is to make your pie as sweet or as tart as you like it.
This recipe is very forgiving.
Alison Bickle
Feel free to use anywhere from a half cup to a full cup of sugar.
What Is the Best Dairy for Custard Pie?
I first tested this recipe using two percent milk, because its what I had around the house.
Alison Bickle
The custard was still creamy and light.
The pie will be delicious!
I, however, believe dessert should be dessert.
Alison Bickle
Meaning, heavy whipping cream is my best friend!
You dont have to go that far down the heavy cream road with me.
We can still be friends.
Alison Bickle
Just do not use skim or one percent milk.
This is not the time to count calories.
I used the zest from the orange, but not the juice.
Alison Bickle
The oils from the zest really make this pie pop!
Once youve used the zest, I might I suggest squeezing the juice into a glass over ice.
Feel free to mix it with any number of beverages.
Alison Bickle
I promise, I wont tell a soul!
it’s possible for you to sip on it while you wait for the pie to bake.
If youre an experienced pie crust maker and prefer an all-butter crust, try ElisesPerfect Pie Crustrecipe.
Alison Bickle
It makes enough for two crusts, so freeze one and save it for another day.
Another option is the tender,No Fail Sour Cream Pie Crust.
How To Freeze Rhubarb Pie
Freezing pie is a brilliant way to make friends.
Alison Bickle
The person with an endless stash of back up pies is always the neighborhood favorite.
The good news is rhubarb pie is easy to freeze!
It can keep for up to 4 months.
Alison Bickle
You will need an extra 10 minutes of cooking time.
Pie at the ready for every occasion.
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Rhubarb Custard Pie
Rhubarb leaves are poisonous.
double-check you dispose of those before you chop your rhubarb.
Also, rhubarb stalks can come in many different widths.
Roll crust into a 12- inch circle.
Drape it over a 9-inch pie plate.
Tuck the edges under and crimp it, so it looks pretty.
Return it to the fridge.
Whisk flour, sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
Whisk eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla in another medium bowl.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk to combine.
Add the rhubarb and fold together with a spatula.
Pour the filling into the crust.
Smooth the top with a spatula.
Put the pie on a cookie sheet to protect your oven from spillovers.
Place the pie in the oven.
Remove the foil halfway through the baking time.
Let cool on a wire rack to room temperature, about 45 to 50 minutes.
Serve this pie slightly warm, cold, or at room temperature.
Dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
Store leftovers covered and in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
