Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this classic Southern Buttermilk Pie. A velvety custard filling with a hint of nutmeg, nestled in a flaky pie crust, makes this dessert a true delight for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Custard Filling:
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt. Add melted butter and mix.
- Add wet ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in buttermilk and vanilla until smooth.
- Fill the crust: Pour the custard into the pie crust, sprinkle nutmeg on top.
- Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes until set. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- This pie is best served chilled or at room temperature.
- Try topping with fresh berries or whipped cream for a twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
