How to Make Dad's Sugar Cream Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sugar cream pie is a classic Midwestern dessert that has been passed down through generations. The rich, sweet filling and flaky crust make it a beloved treat for many families, and my dad's version of this recipe is a cherished favorite in our household.

As a child, I would watch my dad lovingly prepare this pie, taking great care in each step of the process. I could always tell how much he enjoyed making it, and that love and passion came through in the final product.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (9 inch) baked pie crust
  • 1 pinch nutmeg

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine milk, sugar, and butter together in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir until butter melts, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour about 1 cup milk mixture into a bowl and whisk cornstarch into mixture until smooth. Pour milk-cornstarch mixture back into the saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Pour milk mixture into the pie crust and sprinkle with nutmeg. Refrigerate pie until firm, about 3 hours.
  • Nutrition

    401 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 252mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 38g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 104mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 150mg