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Burnt Honey Pie

Indulge in Burnt Honey Pie: A Sweet Twist on Tradition

Experience Burnt Honey Pie, a delightful dessert that combines sweet and salty flavors in a creamy custard, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch Pie Crust Homemade or store-bought, blind-baked.
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Slightly cooled and melted.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar No substitutes recommended.
  • ¼ cup Cornmeal Fine grind.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar or Lemon Juice Adds brightness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For warmth.
  • ½ cup Honey Preferably wildflower or clover.
  • 3 Large Eggs Room temperature.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Adds richness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pie dish
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Blind-bake the pie crust for 12-15 minutes, then bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden.
  2. In a bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, cornmeal, and salt until combined. Add vinegar/lemon juice, vanilla, and honey; mix until smooth.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition. Stir in heavy cream until smooth.
  4. Pour filling into the crust. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-50 minutes until set, with a slight jiggle in the center.
  5. Cool pie on a wire rack for at least 2 hours. Sprinkle flaky sea salt before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling. Cover pie during storage to prevent absorption of odors.

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