Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and lemon zest.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture into a greased pie dish, covering the bottom and sides evenly. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Filling:
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour the filling into the chilled pie crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the pie cool to room temperature.
- Serve:
- Once cooled, dust the top of the pie with ground cinnamon.
- Slice and serve the lush and aromatic milk pie either warm or chilled.
Enjoy the creamy and fragrant flavors of this delightful milk pie!
Feel free to adjust the recipe to your taste preferences, adding different spices or extracts for variations in flavor.
