Vanilla Cream Pie Recipe 🥧
Description:
Indulge in the ultimate creamy delight with this Vanilla Cream Pie recipe! 🤤 Combining the best of various cream pie flavors into one luscious creation, this dessert promises a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re a fan of classic vanilla or crave a hint of coconut, butterscotch, chocolate, banana, or even pineapple, this recipe has got you covered. Plus, with a simple tweak, you can transform it into a delightful pudding! 😋
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 7
- Yield: 1 pie
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons oleo
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3 egg yolks
- 6 tablespoons sugar (for meringue)
- 1/4 cup sugar (for vanilla cream pie)
- 1/2 cup sliced bananas (for banana variation)
- 1 cup brown sugar (for butterscotch variation)
- 3 tablespoons butter (for butterscotch variation)
- 1 cup sugar (for chocolate variation)
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder (for chocolate variation)
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained (for pineapple variation)
- 3 cups milk (for pudding variation)
Instructions:
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Prepare Vanilla Cream Filling:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, and salt.
- Gradually stir in 2 cups of milk.
- Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture boils and thickens.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat.
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Temper Egg Yolks:
- Stir a small amount of the hot mixture into the egg yolks.
- Return the egg mixture to the saucepan.
- Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat.
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Add Flavors:
- Stir in butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
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Prepare Pie Shell:
- Pour the prepared vanilla cream filling into a baked pie shell.
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Make Meringue:
- In a separate bowl, beat 3 egg whites with cream of tartar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add 6 tablespoons of sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
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Top the Pie:
- Spread the meringue atop the pie filling, covering it completely.
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Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly golden.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy the creamy goodness of Vanilla Cream Pie with your favorite toppings or simply as it is!
Variations:
- Banana Variation: Layer sliced bananas on the crust before pouring in the pie filling.
- Butterscotch Variation: Substitute 1 cup of brown sugar for the sugar and use 3 tablespoons of butter.
- Chocolate Variation: Increase the sugar to 1 cup and add approximately 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder.
- Pineapple Variation: Stir drained crushed pineapple into the prepared cream filling.
- Pudding Variation: Use 3 cups of milk instead of 2 for a delightful pudding texture.
Whether you’re craving the classic vanilla flavor or eager to explore tantalizing variations, this Vanilla Cream Pie recipe is sure to satisfy your dessert cravings! Dive into a world of creamy indulgence with every heavenly bite. Enjoy! 🌟