Ingredients and Weight: - 2 cups rolled oats, uncooked - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup brown sugar - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg - 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted - 1 large egg - 1/2 cup milk - 1 cup water
Filling: - 2 cups whole milk - 1/2 cup sugar - 1/4 cup cornstarch - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg - 2 large egg yolks - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping: - 1 cup heavy cream - 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
For the Crust: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). 2. Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl. 3. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly. 4. Press mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch pie plate. 5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown.
For the Filling: 1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and nutmeg. 2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly. 3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, until thickened. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks. 5. Gradually add 1/2 cup of the hot filling to the egg yolks, whisking constantly. 6. Return egg yolk mixture to saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes, or until thickened. 7. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract.
For the Topping: 1. In a medium bowl, beat heavy cream, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
To Assemble Pie: 1. Pour filling over baked crust. 2. Top with whipped cream. 3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information (per slice): - Calories: 360 - Fat: 18g - Saturated Fat: 10g - Cholesterol: 110mg - Sodium: 160mg - Carbohydrates: 38g - Dietary Fiber: 2g - Sugar: 25g - Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics: - Creamy and indulgent - Warm and comforting - Perfect for special occasions - Easy to make ahead of time
User Comments: - "This pie is absolutely delicious! The filling is smooth and decadent, and the crust is perfectly crumbly." - "I love the combination of oats and custard. It's so unique and satisfying." - "This pie is a hit with my family. I make it every year for Thanksgiving." - "I'm not a big fan of oatmeal, but I love this pie. The filling is so creamy and flavorful." - "I'm impressed by how easy this pie is to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight."
Special Precautions and Tips: - To make a vegan crust, use 1 cup of oat flour and 1/4 cup of melted coconut oil instead of milk and butter. - For a gluten-free crust, use 1 cup of gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour. - Be sure to let the pie crust cool completely before filling it to prevent the filling from leaking. - If you don't have time to refrigerate the pie for 4 hours, you can serve it immediately. However, it will be less firm.