Wholesome Custard Fillings For Pies

Written by Ujjainee Roy | December 30, 2023

Tarts are an all-year-round treat and custard is one of the most beloved fillings. Here are some you should try.

1.Intro

Try luscious, creamy custard fillings in your festive pies! They’re not just delicous but can also elevate the recipe!

2.Classic Vanilla

You can’t go wrong with vanilla when it comes to pies; try accenting the floral notes with some potent flavoring agents like cinnamon, coffee or pecan

3.Coconut-Caramel

For summers, try a coconut and caramel pie with some mild spices; you can also try substituting caramel for butterscotch if you want a gentle smokiness

4.Honey Lavender

The fresh floral notes of lavender underline the mild earthy smoked flavor of honey; this recipe needs some spices to balance the profile so maybe use cinnamon or pumpkin spice?

5.Maple Pecan

A perfect fall and winter filling; try making a maple pecan preserve if possible, it lets the flavors sit in nicely. Or use a maple jam with glazed pecan for a more intense profile

6.Chai Spiced

Try chai spice in a plain vanilla pie or use chai spice as the base flavor for a bracing, comforting custard. Try adding in some cardamom or cinnamon for that extra spicy kick

7.Lemon-Lavender

Lemon custards are usually mild and aromatic, but you can boost some fruitiness in this pie filling with lavender and maybe chopped cranberries

8.Caramelized Banana

Banana pies typically need a smokiness to counteract the fruitiness; so try caramelising the bananas and maybe top the pies with some chopped and glazed nuts or maple jam