Easy Buttermilk Pie
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Easy Buttermilk Pie
Description
This recipe for Easy Buttermilk Pie begins by lining a 9-inch pie plate with unbaked pie crust, either store-bought or homemade. The filling starts with eggs whisked until foamy, combined with softened butter, sugar, and flour to create a fluffy base. Then, buttermilk, vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and freshly grated nutmeg are stirred in to complete the custard mixture, which includes a small pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
Pouring the filling into the prepared crust and baking at 350°F for 45 to 55 minutes results in a set center when tested with a knife. Cooling the pie thoroughly before slicing helps the custard firm up and hold its shape. The pie's creamy, slightly tangy custard contrasts with the flaky crust and is accented by subtle spices.
If the pie crust edges begin browning too quickly during baking, shielding them with foil or a pie shield prevents burning. The pie makes for a comforting dessert with straightforward ingredients and minimal preparation steps.
Ingredients
- 1 Single Pie Crust unbaked, store-bought or homemade
- 3 large egg room temperature
- ½ cup butter softened, unsalted
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Line a 9-inch pie plate with unbaked pie dough.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until foamy. Beat in butter, sugar, and flour until fluffy.
- Add the buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and nutmeg, along with a small pinch of salt, and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared crust and bake for 45-55 minutes until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use either store-bought or homemade flaky pie crust according to your preference.
- If crust edges brown quickly, cover them with aluminum foil or a pie shield to prevent burning.
- Ensure ingredients like eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature for even mixing.
- Allow pie to cool completely before slicing to help the custard set.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 400 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 400 | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 243mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 83mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 39g | 78% |
| Vitamin A | 495IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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