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Butterscotch Pie

Creamy Butterscotch Pie with a Touch of Cinnamon Magic

This irresistible butterscotch pie balances sweetness with a hint of spice, making it a delightful dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Opt for gluten-free flour for a different take.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Make sure it's fresh for the best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be a less refined alternative.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter For a dairy-free option, substitute with margarine.
  • 1/4 cup Shortening Consider using more butter for a healthier twist.
  • 3-4 tbsp Cold Water Ensure it’s ice-cold for optimal results.
Filling
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Arrowroot can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Water Essential for thickening.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Full-fat coconut milk is a suitable dairy-free swap.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks & Whole Egg No substitutes recommended for binding.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Homemade vanilla offers a deeper taste.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond milk can work for a dairy-free version.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a twist.
  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips White chocolate can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Saucepan
  • Pie dish

Method
 

Prepare Crust
  1. In a food processor, combine all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, granulated sugar, and salt. Pulse in cold butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice-cold water, blending until the dough holds together. Gather dough into a ball, flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Blind Bake Crust
  1. Roll the chilled dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle and fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Freeze crust for 30 minutes while preheating oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the crust with parchment and fill with pie weights; bake for 30 minutes. Remove weights and parchment, then bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
Make Filling
  1. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. In a saucepan over medium heat, warm whole milk until steaming but not boiling. In a separate saucepan, melt butter, stir in brown sugar and salt, bringing to a gentle boil. Slowly add the warm milk while stirring continuously.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Whisk heavy cream, egg yolks, and whole egg into the cornstarch slurry until smooth. Gradually add this mixture into the saucepan while stirring consistently. Cook filling over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until it thickens and bubbles gently.
Assemble Pie
  1. Once the filling has thickened, remove from heat and stir in butterscotch chips until fully melted. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze slices for up to 2 months.

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