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Crustless rhubarb custard pie in a glass dish with a golden top and pieces of pink rhubarb, resting on a rustic table.

Crustless Rhubarb Custard Pie

Crustless Rhubarb Custard Pie is a simple, tangy-sweet dessert featuring fresh rhubarb and silky custard, made without the fuss of a traditional pie crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

Pie Filling

  • 2 cups rhubarb chopped into ½-inch pieces
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk or cream full-fat preferred
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon or nutmeg optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  • Wash and dice the rhubarb into small ½-inch pieces.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Gently stir in the milk or cream, vanilla extract, and optional spices.
  • Whisk in the flour until the custard mixture is smooth.
  • Spread the rhubarb evenly across the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the custard mixture over the rhubarb.
  • Bake for 45–55 minutes until the custard is set and golden on top.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen rhubarb. If using frozen, thaw and drain thoroughly to avoid a watery pie. Tastes even better chilled overnight!
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