Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Custard Pie
A nostalgic custard pie with rich brown sugar filling and tender, jiggly center. This simple dessert combines butter, flour, and brown sugar into a creamy custard that puffs beautifully while baking. Perfect for family gatherings or potluck dinners when you want something comforting and traditional. The filling sets up with a slightly firm edge while maintaining that characteristic wobbly center that makes sugar pie so beloved.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons flour
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven and place pie crust on cookie sheet
- 2
Blind bake crust for specified time
- 3
Increase oven temperature
- 4
Whisk melted butter, flour, milk, vanilla, and brown sugar in large bowl
- 5
Whisk eggs separately then stir into brown sugar mixture
- 6
Pour mixture into pre-baked pie crust
- 7
Bake until puffed with brown firm edges and jiggly center
- 8
Cool before cutting
- 9
Serve at room temperature with whipped cream or ice cream
Tips
Place pie crust on cookie sheet to catch any overflow during baking
The center should remain slightly jiggly when done - it will continue setting as it cools
Good to Know
Refrigerate in airtight container up to 7 days
Room temperature with whipped cream or ice cream
Common Mistakes
Don't overbake or center will become rubbery instead of custard-like
Use cookie sheet under pie to prevent oven spills
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I use a homemade pie crust instead?
Yes, any 9-inch pie crust works perfectly. Just make sure to blind bake it first to prevent a soggy bottom.
How do I know when the pie is done?
The edges should be firm and lightly brown while the center remains slightly jiggly. It will continue setting as it cools.
Can I freeze this pie?
Yes, wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator before serving.