Buttermilk Pie

Let’s be real. Some desserts are high-maintenance. This pie is not one of them. Buttermilk pie is the sweet, sunny, and simple dessert that always has your back. It’s here to make you look like a kitchen hero with very little effort. Let’s bake a pie that feels like a warm hug.

What Is Buttermilk Pie?

Imagine the creamiest, dreamiest custard you can. Now give it a lovely little tangy twist. Pour that into a pie crust and bake it until the top is golden. That’s buttermilk pie! It’s a classic Southern treat that’s sweet, simple, and seriously satisfying.

The Quick Details

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 45-55 minutes
• Serves: 8 happy people

Nutrition Info (per slice)

• Calories: 425
• Total Fat: 17g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 115mg
• Sodium: 250mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 65g
• Sugar: 52g
• Protein: 6g

Grab These Ingredients

• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or from the store, no judgment here!)
• 1 and ½ cups white sugar
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A tiny sprinkle of ground nutmeg (optional, but nice!)

Let’s Gather Your Kitchen Squad

• A 9-inch pie dish
• One big mixing bowl
• An electric mixer or a strong arm and a whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• A trusty spatula (for scraping every last bit!)

How to Make Buttermilk Pie

1. First, get your oven nice and hot. Preheat it to 350°F (175°C).
2. Gently place your pie crust into the pie dish and crimp the edges. Just let it wait patiently for its filling.
3. In your large bowl, combine the sugar and softened butter. Beat them together until they’re smooth and happy.
4. Crack in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each one.
5. Sprinkle in the salt and flour, and mix until everything is just combined.
6. Now for the star! Pour in the buttermilk and vanilla. Mix on low until your filling is smooth and gorgeous.
7. Carefully pour the filling into your waiting pie crust. It will be very full, and that’s perfectly okay!
8. If you’re using it, give the top a light, friendly sprinkle of nutmeg.
9. Carefully place your pie in the oven. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the center has a gentle jiggle (not a wobbly wave) and the top is a beautiful golden brown.
10. Take the pie out of the oven (it will be puffy!) and let it cool completely on a wire rack. It will settle down as it cools, and the filling will firm up perfectly.
11. Slice it up and serve it at room temperature or chilled. Keep any leftovers in the fridge.

A Few Friendly Tips

• Don’t over-mix your filling. Just mix until everything is combined. Over-mixing can make too many bubbles.
• Using room-temperature ingredients helps everything blend together smoothly and beautifully.
• Don’t be scared when the pie puffs up in the oven. It’s just showing off! It will calm down and deflate as it cools.
• This pie actually gets better if you make it a day ahead. The flavors become even better friends overnight.

One Last Sweet Thought

This wonderful pie is proof that the simplest things are often the best. It’s humble, honest, and downright delicious. It’s the dessert version of your favorite cozy sweater. So, make this pie, share it with people you love, and enjoy a simple, sweet moment together. You’ve earned it!

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Buttermilk Pie

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Creamy, tangy buttermilk filling dances in a flaky, buttery crust. This deceptively simple pie boasts a velvety-smooth texture and a sweet, sunny flavor that you simply cannot walk away from. One bite and you'll be hooked!

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Ingredients

• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
• 1 and ½ cups white sugar
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A tiny sprinkle of ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place crust in pie dish.
2. Beat sugar and butter until smooth.
3. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
4. Mix in salt and flour.
5. Stir in buttermilk and vanilla.
6. Pour filling into crust.
7. Bake 45-55 minutes. Center should be set, not wobbly.
8. Cool completely before slicing. Pie will firm up as it cools.

Helpful Tip: For best results, use room-temperature ingredients.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 425Total Fat: 17gCarbohydrates: 65gSugar: 52gProtein: 6g