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Earl Grey Custard Pie

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This elegant Earl Grey custard pie features the delicate floral notes of bergamot infused into a velvety custard, encased in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 2–4 tbsp (30–60 ml) ice water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
  • 3 Earl Grey tea bags (or 2 tbsp loose-leaf)
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1 tsp dried lavender or a splash of heavy cream

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the chilled butter and work it into the flour using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Slowly add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface, then transfer it to your pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges, then blind bake the crust by lining it with parchment paper and pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  4. For the custard, heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming. Add the Earl Grey tea bags and steep for about 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags, squeezing out all the flavor.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add the cooled, infused milk while whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
  6. Pour the custard mixture into the cooled pie crust. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until the custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  7. Cool the pie to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

Let the tea steep for at least 10 minutes to fully infuse the milk. Blind baking the crust prevents a soggy bottom. Refrigeration is essential for the custard to set properly.

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