Almond Cream Pie Recipe

Name: Almond Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 c. sugar; 1/4 c. cornstarch; 3 c. milk; 4 beaten egg yolks; 1 Tbsp. butter; 3/4 c. chopped blanched almonds; 1/2 tsp. almond extract; 1 (9-inch) baked pie shell; 1/4 c. sugar; 1 c. whipping cream; maraschino cherries; toasted slivered almonds

Servings: persons

3/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. cornstarch
3 c. milk
4 beaten egg yolks
1 Tbsp. butter
3/4 c. chopped blanched almonds
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1 (9-inch) baked pie shell
1/4 c. sugar
1 c. whipping cream
maraschino cherries
toasted slivered almonds

1
In a saucepan, thoroughly stir together the 3/4 cup sugar and cornstarch.
2
Gradually stir in milk.
3
Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
4
Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes more.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Gradually stir about 1 cup hot mixture into the egg yolks.
7
Return the egg mixture to saucepan; bring to a gentle boil.
8
Cook and stir 2 minutes more.
9
Remove from heat and stir in butter, chopped almonds and extract.
10
Pour into pastry shell; cover surface with clear plastic wrap.
11
Chill 4 to 6 hours.
12
In a chilled bowl, whip cream with 1/4 cup sugar until soft peaks form.
13
Spoon onto pie.
14
Garnish with maraschino cherries and toasted slivered almonds.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 c. sugar, 1/4 c. cornstarch, 3 c. milk, 4 beaten egg yolks, and more.

Yes, Almond Cream Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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