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Cream Pie Recipe with Whipped Cream

Classic Vanilla Cream Pie

A silky, classic cream pie recipe made with buttery crust, smooth vanilla custard, and soft peaks of whipped cream. This homemade version is rich, elegant, and deeply comforting, perfect for holidays or slow weekends.
Servings 8
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pie dish
  • whisk
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • For the Pie Crust
  • cups (300g) all-purpose flour
  • 4 tbsp (36g) granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp (3g) sea salt
  • 1 cup (225g) chilled unsalted butter
  • 4 tbsp (60ml) ice water
  • 1 egg + 1 tablespoon cream (for egg wash)
  • For the Filling
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ cup (40g) cornstarch
  • cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • 3 cups (720ml) milk
  • 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tablespoon extract or paste)
  • 4 tbsp (57g) butter
  • For the Whipped Cream
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup (50g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 2 tsp (10ml) vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add chilled butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Slowly drizzle in ice water until dough begins to hold together. Shape into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • On a floured surface, roll dough into a circle 2 inches larger than your pie pan. Transfer to the pan, trim excess, and crimp edges.
  • Line crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or beans. Bake 15 minutes. Remove weights, brush with egg wash, and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  • For the filling: Heat milk with vanilla until almost simmering. In a bowl, whisk eggs, yolks, sugar, salt, and cornstarch until smooth. Gradually add warm milk while whisking to temper the eggs.
  • Return to pot and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Cool to room temperature.
  • Pour filling into baked crust, smooth top, and cover with plastic wrap. Chill for at least 4 hours.
  • Whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe over chilled pie. Dust with cocoa or top with chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the crust and filling a day ahead, then assemble before serving.
Variations: Add espresso powder for mocha flavor, coconut extract for a tropical twist, or orange zest for brightness.
Serving: Serve chilled with tea or coffee for a cozy dessert moment.

Nutrition

Calories: 812kcalCarbohydrates: 87gProtein: 11gFat: 46gSaturated Fat: 28gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 223mgSodium: 251mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 2.3mg
Author: Emma Novich
Calories: 812kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: classic pie, cream pie recipe, homemade custard, vanilla cream pie, whipped cream topping