Chef notes
This is such a simple sweet treat. While I love to make my own pie dough, subbing pre-made small pie shells saves a lot of time. Top the finished pies with some strawberry slices or orange sections if you want something fruity.
Technique tip: Want a shinier pie shell? Brush the edges with whole milk.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1½ cups half and half
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 16-20 mini pre-made pie shells (about 1¾ inches)
Preparation
1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, cream, half and half and vanilla. Gently stir in the flour. Do not over mix.
3.Arrange the shells on a baking sheet in a single layer with space between each. Pour the filling into a small pitcher and fill each pie shell.
4.Place the tray in the center of the oven and bake until the filling is set, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool slightly. Sprinkle with additional sugar and cinnamon if desired.
