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Pistachio Custard Pie

Decadent Pistachio Custard Pie That's a Must-Try Delight

This Pistachio Custard Pie is a creamy delight with a luxurious filling of cream cheese, eggs, and roasted pistachios, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt use kosher salt if needed
  • 0.25 cup white granulated sugar brown sugar can be used for a caramel hint
  • 0.5 cup cold salted butter unsalted can be used with an extra pinch of salt
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped pistachios substitute with pecans or walnuts if allergic
  • 4 tablespoons ice water
Filling
  • 1.5 cups lightly salted roasted pistachios unsalted can be used, adjust salt accordingly
  • 8 ounces cream cheese mascarpone is an alternative
  • 3 large eggs aquafaba may be used as a vegan substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure or imitation
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract optional if nut allergies arise
  • 1 cup whole milk substitute with almond or coconut milk for dairy-free
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream coconut whipped cream can replace for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food Processor
  • Pie dish
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl or food processor, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar until blended. Cut in cold salted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in finely chopped pistachios, then gradually add ice water until the dough holds together. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Blend lightly salted roasted pistachios with half of the sugar until finely ground. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla, almond extract, and whole milk followed by the ground pistachio mixture.
  3. Roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer to the dish and crimp the edges. Pour filling into the crust, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
  4. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until the outer edge is set and the center jiggles slightly. Avoid overbaking.
  5. Let the pie cool completely at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set properly.
  6. Before serving, consider adding a swirl of whipped cream and garnish with additional chopped pistachios.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Chill the dough to ensure flakiness. Don’t overmix the crust. The center should jiggle when done to set correctly. Cool completely before refrigerating.

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