Description
A comforting homemade dessert featuring a rich custard base combined with tart rhubarb, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Optional: A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the rhubarb: In a large bowl, combine the chopped rhubarb with 1/2 cup of sugar. Set aside for about 10 minutes.
- Mix the custard base: In another bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Incorporate the flour: Gradually sift in the flour, mixing gently to avoid lumps.
- Combine the ingredients: Gently fold the rhubarb mixture into the custard base.
- Pour into the baking dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish, then pour in the rhubarb custard mixture evenly.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using coconut sugar or sugar alternatives. You can also enhance the flavor with lemon juice or add berries for a seasonal twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: rhubarb pie, custard pie, dessert recipe, easy pie, homemade dessert