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Classic Buttermilk Pie

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Quick Description

This Classic Buttermilk Pie is a timeless Southern dessert with a silky, custard-like filling and a lightly crisp top. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s incredibly easy to prepare and perfect for beginners. Sweet, tangy, and comforting—this pie is pure nostalgia in every bite.

Servings & Timing

  • Serves: 8 slices
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Bake Time: 45–50 minutes
  • Total Time: ~1 hour

Ingredients List

  • 1¾ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and set aside

2. Cream Butter & Sugar

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy

3. Add Eggs & Vanilla

  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each
  • Stir in vanilla extract

4. Add Dry Ingredients

  • Mix in flour and salt until smooth

5. Add Buttermilk

  • Slowly pour in buttermilk and mix until fully combined
  • Batter will be thin — this is normal

6. Fill & Bake

  • Pour filling into unbaked pie crust
  • Bake for 45–50 minutes, until center is just set and top is lightly golden

7. Cool & Serve

  • Cool completely before slicing
  • Pie will firm up as it cools

Nutrition (per slice – approximate)

  • Calories: 380
  • Protein: 5g
  • Carbs: 52g
  • Fat: 18g

Benefits

  • Beginner-Friendly: One bowl, no special tools
  • Pantry Staples: Simple, affordable ingredients
  • Classic Comfort Dessert: Old-fashioned and reliable
  • Perfect Make-Ahead Pie: Even better the next day

Additional Notes

  • Do not overbake — center should slightly jiggle
  • If crust browns too quickly, cover edges with foil
  • Let cool fully for clean slices

Dietary Info

  • Vegetarian: Yes
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free pie crust + flour
  • High-Protein: Not by default

Brief Introduction

Buttermilk Pie is one of those desserts that proves simple ingredients can create something truly special. Sweet, tangy, and rich, it’s been passed down for generations—and once you try it, you’ll understand why.

Step-by-Step Cooking Guide

  1. Cream butter and sugar
  2. Add eggs and vanilla
  3. Mix in flour and salt
  4. Stir in buttermilk
  5. Bake until golden and set

Ingredient Details & Substitutions

  • Buttermilk: Can substitute 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar
  • Butter: Must be room temperature for smooth mixing
  • Flour: Helps stabilize the custard texture

Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions

  • Lemon Buttermilk Pie: Add 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • Nutmeg Finish: Sprinkle nutmeg on top before baking
  • Serve With: Whipped cream or fresh berries

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Refrigerator: Store covered up to 4 days
  • Freezer: Freeze slices up to 2 months
  • Make-Ahead: Best made a day before serving

FAQs

Why is my pie runny?
It likely needs more cooling time or was underbaked.

Can I reduce sugar?
Yes, reduce by up to ¼ cup with minimal texture change.

Optional Personal Story

This is one of those pies that tastes like home. Simple, no-fuss, and always a hit at gatherings—it’s the kind of recipe you keep forever.

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