Description
Indulge in the classic Southern Pie, a delightful treat that embodies the essence of traditional Southern baking. This sweet and buttery pie is a must-try for any dessert lover!
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan.
- Mix the Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk sugar, flour, and salt. Add melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the filling into the crust. Sprinkle nutmeg on top if desired.
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes until set and golden. Cool before slicing.
- Serve: Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
- This pie is known as ‘transparent pie’ or ‘sugar pie’ in the South.
- Top with whipped cream or berries. For richer flavor, use light brown sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
