Indulge in the simple pleasures of this Quick and Easy Faux Cream Pie, a dessert that offers the classic taste of a creamy custard pie without all the fuss. This recipe features a light, airy sponge as its base, filled with a rich, velvety custard that melts in your mouth. The entire dessert comes together quickly, making it perfect for those moments when you crave something sweet but are short on time.
Why You’ll Love This: This faux cream pie is incredibly easy to make, yet the result is so satisfying. The soft sponge paired with the thick, creamy custard provides a delightful contrast in textures that custard lovers will adore. It’s a straightforward recipe with room for customization, whether you want to add fruit, chocolate, or keep it simple with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Perfect Occasion: This dessert is ideal for impromptu guests, last-minute gatherings, or when you need a quick treat for your family. It’s also perfect for casual desserts, weekend brunches, or as a sweet ending to any meal. Because it’s so quick to prepare, it’s excellent for busy holidays or as a comfort food treat any day of the week.
Decoration Tips: For a beautifully finished look, dust the top of the pie with powdered sugar or cocoa powder just before serving. You can also garnish with fruit like berries or sliced kiwi for a touch of freshness, or drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce for added decadence.
Ingredients:
- Base:
- 5 egg yolks
- 125g sugar
- 125g soft wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Filling:
- 5 egg yolks
- 100g sugar
- 2 packets of vanilla sugar
- 150g flour
- 150g butter
- 800ml milk
Instructions:
- Base: Whisk together egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy. Incorporate oil and milk. Sift in flour and baking powder, folding gently to keep the mixture airy. Spread evenly in a 28cm diameter baking mold. Let sit for a few minutes to settle before baking at 180°C for 25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Filling: Whisk egg yolks with sugar and vanilla sugar. Mix in flour. In a saucepan, heat milk to just below boiling and gradually incorporate into the egg mixture. Return to the heat and cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in butter until smooth.
- Cool the sponge base and cut horizontally into two layers. Spread the custard filling evenly over the bottom layer, then cover with the top layer. Allow to set in the mold.
- Refrigerate to firm up before serving.
Enjoy this delightful Quick and Easy Faux Cream Pie, a wonderful treat that combines simplicity with the creamy, comforting flavors of a traditional custard dessert!
