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Buttermilk Pie

Cultural Context

Buttermilk pie is a traditional Southern dessert in the United States, known for its creamy texture and sweet, tangy flavor. It has roots in the early American South, where buttermilk was a common ingredient due to its availability from butter-making. This pie is often enjoyed during family gatherings, holidays, and potlucks, reflecting the region's culinary heritage and hospitality.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
3 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
a pinch of nutmeg
1/2 cup melted butter
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat buttermilk

💰Cheaper: milk with vinegar

Lower calorie option or a budget-friendly substitute.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Healthier fat option or a more affordable alternative.

1

Start with 3 beaten eggs, beating them until they reach a thick consistency.

2

Add 1 cup of sugar to the eggs and mix well.

3

Incorporate 1 cup of buttermilk into the mixture.

4

Add 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour and mix until combined.

5

Stir in 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg.

6

Pour in 1/2 cup of melted butter that has cooled slightly and mix until well combined.

7

Prepare a 9-inch unbaked pie crust and pour the mixture into it.

8

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

9

Bake the pie for 40 minutes, checking for a golden brown top and a silky custard center.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlhand mixer9-inch pie crustoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggsgluten

Also Known As

Southern Buttermilk PieButtermilk Custard Pie

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