Amish Custard Cottage Cheese Pie – Creamy, Old-Fashioned
Amish Custard Cottage Cheese Pie is a creamy, lightly sweet dessert made with eggs, milk, and cottage cheese.It has a smooth, custard-like texture.Simple ingredients create a rich yet light flavor.Perfect for family meals or special occasions.Rooted in Amish home cooking traditions.A unique twist on classic custard pie.
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked pie crust (9-inch)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Place the unbaked pie crust into a pie dish.
- In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese until smooth.
- Add eggs, milk, sugar, melted butter, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon.
- Blend until fully combined and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Blending cottage cheese ensures a smooth texture.
- Do not overbake to avoid a rubbery custard.
- Use fresh eggs for best flavor.
- Chill before serving for clean slices.
- Cinnamon adds warmth but is optional.
- A pre-made crust saves time.
- Check doneness by gently shaking the pie.
- Store in the refrigerator.