Based on the photo, this is a creamy walnut pie with a crisp, crumbly crust and a rich vanilla-walnut filling.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 2 cups (200 g) graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs
- 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 pinch salt
For the walnut cream filling
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (115 g) finely chopped walnuts
- ½ cup (60 g) additional chopped walnuts for topping
- ¼ tsp salt
Optional
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, whipped
- A few whole walnut halves for decoration
Instructions
1. Prepare the crust
- Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs.
- Mix the crumbs with melted butter, brown sugar, and salt.
- Press firmly into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish, covering the bottom and sides.
- Bake at 350°F / 175°C for 8–10 minutes.
- Allow the crust to cool completely.
2. Make the walnut cream
- In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch.
- Add the milk gradually while whisking.
- Add the egg yolks and salt and whisk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes thick and creamy, about 5–8 minutes.
- Remove from the heat.
- Stir in the butter and vanilla.
- Fold in the finely chopped walnuts.
3. Assemble the pie
- Pour the warm walnut cream into the cooled crust.
- Smooth the surface with a spatula.
- Sprinkle generously with chopped walnuts.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream and walnut halves.
Method
Crush → Mix → Bake the crust → Prepare the vanilla cream → Add walnuts → Fill the crust → Garnish → Chill → Slice and serve.
The key to the smooth filling is to stir continuously while cooking so the cornstarch and egg yolks thicken evenly without forming lumps.
Benefits
- Walnuts provide unsaturated fats, plant-based protein, fiber, and minerals.
- Milk and eggs contribute protein and calcium.
- The walnuts also provide antioxidant compounds and micronutrients.
- Because this is a dessert, it is best enjoyed in moderate portions, especially if you’re watching added sugar or calories.
Approximate Nutrition
Estimated per slice, assuming 10 slices and using the ingredients above:
| Nutrient | Approx. amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 360–400 kcal |
| Protein | 6–7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 38–42 g |
| Fat | 21–24 g |
| Saturated fat | 8–10 g |
| Fiber | 2–3 g |
| Sugar | 20–24 g |
| Sodium | 180–250 mg |
Actual nutrition will vary depending on the biscuits, milk, butter, portion size, and amount of sugar used.
Conclusion
This Creamy Walnut Pie combines a crunchy buttery crust with a smooth vanilla-walnut filling and plenty of toasted walnut flavor. It is an elegant make-ahead dessert that can be prepared several hours before serving and kept refrigerated until ready to slice.