Basic Cream Pie Filling

Basic Cream Pie Filling

from justapinch.com
Pies
35 min

This basic cream pie filling is a wonderful base for any pie. All by itself, it's a deliciously thick and creamy vanilla custard. We love the suggestions Sena gives for add-ins to adjust the flavors of the filling. We decided to add a layer of bananas and top with fresh whipped cream. It was fabulous! Using a pre-made crust makes this a cream pie anyone can make.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup(s) granulated sugar
  • 2 cup(s) milk
  • 1(es) salt
  • ½ stick(s) butter
  • 4 tablespoon(s) flour (level tbsp)
  • 2 largeegg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix flour, sugar, and salt in your saucepan.

  2. 2

    Then add milk and butter.

  3. 3

    Slightly whip egg yolk and add to other ingredients in the pan.

  4. 4

    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whipping tool.

  5. 5

    When the mixture thickens and starts to come to a boil, remove from heat; add vanilla.

  6. 6

    Pour into pie shell. Serve with whipped cream. Or, top with Marshmallow Creme Meringue* and bake until the meringue is lightly browned. (*Posted on JAP)

  7. 7

    Variations: Chocolate pie - add 3 Tbsp cocoa to flour and sugar. For coconut, add 1 cup of coconut after removing from heat. For pineapple, add 1 small can of drained, crushed pineapple after removing it from the heat. For lemon, add lemon juice to your "taste".