Bishop Pie

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Bishop Pie, a charming dessert that combines creamy custard, warm spices, and a luscious meringue topping. This recipe starts with a flaky 9-inch pie crust, which is filled with a velvety, spiced custard made with whole milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla for depth. Topped with a cloud-like meringue—whipped to perfection with stiff peaks—this pie is finished with a golden, toasted exterior after a quick bake in the oven. Perfect for holidays or special occasions, Bishop Pie pairs traditional comfort with an air of sophistication. Ready in just under an hour and served chilled, each slice offers the perfect harmony of textures and flavors. Whether you’re a dessert enthusiast or looking for an impressive centerpiece, this pie is sure to captivate!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 piece Pie crust (9-inch, pre-made or homemade)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 4 pieces Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 4 pieces Egg whites
• 0.25 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Cream of tartar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, trim the edges, and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix the milk, granulated sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir constantly until the mixture starts to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually temper the yolks by adding a few tablespoons of the heated milk mixture into the yolks while whisking continuously.

Step 4

Slowly pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan while stirring. Cook the mixture for another 3 minutes until it thickens into a custard-like consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and unsalted butter. Pour the custard filling into the prepared pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

In a large, clean bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

Step 7

Spread the meringue evenly over the custard filling, making sure it touches the edges of the crust to seal.

Step 8

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 9

Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy your Bishop Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1013.6 grams (1013.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2211

Total Fat 124.10g	159%
Saturated Fat 45.90g	230%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 859mg	286%
Sodium 1347mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 219.80g	80%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 56.80g
Protein 54.50g	109%

Vitamin D 288IU	1440%
Calcium 731mg	56%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1301mg	28%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 39.7%