⭐ Old-Fashioned Sugar Cream Pie

Sugar Cream Pie—often called Hoosier Pie—is one of the simplest, most comforting desserts ever created. Smooth, silky, and sweet with a buttery crust, this old-fashioned classic tastes like vanilla custard meets crème brûlée. It’s warm, nostalgic, and unbelievably easy to make with pantry staples.

If you love creamy pies with minimal fuss, this recipe will be your new favorite. It requires no eggs, no complicated steps, and no special equipment. Just mix, heat, pour, bake, and enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth magic. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner, bringing dessert to a potluck, or craving something sweet and cozy, this Sugar Cream Pie always delivers.

🛒 Ingredients

1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 cup granulated sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for topping)
Fresh nutmeg for dusting (optional)

🔥 Directions (7 Steps)

1. Prepare the Pie Crust

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the unbaked pie crust into your pie dish, crimp the edges if desired, and prick the bottom lightly with a fork. Parbake for 8 minutes to help prevent sogginess.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch until well combined. This helps the pie filling set perfectly without lumps.

3. Heat the Cream Mixture

In a saucepan over medium heat, add the heavy cream, whole milk, and butter. Stir gently until the butter melts and the mixture becomes warm—not boiling.

4. Thicken the Filling

Slowly sprinkle in the sugar-cornstarch mixture while whisking constantly. Continue to cook, whisking nonstop, until the mixture thickens to a smooth, pudding-like consistency. This usually takes 5–7 minutes.

5. Add Vanilla for Flavor

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. The fragrant vanilla transforms the filling into a rich, creamy custard with old-fashioned charm.

6. Fill the Pie Crust

Pour the warm filling into the partially baked pie shell. Smooth the top with a spatula, then sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg if you love a warm spice finish.

7. Bake to Set

Bake the pie for 15–18 minutes, just until the filling jiggles slightly in the center when nudged. Let cool completely, then chill for at least 2 hours so it slices cleanly and sets to perfection.