Description
Hillbilly pie brings Southern comfort straight from Appalachian kitchens, blending simple ingredients into a hearty dessert. Warm spices and a rustic crust invite you to savor this delicious slice of traditional mountain heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons (¼ cup) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Pie Base:
- 1 unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Enhancing Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 375°F (190°C), ensuring a consistent temperature for even baking.
- Carefully position the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, gently crimping the edges to create a decorative and secure border.
- Create a silky filling by whisking together dry ingredients – sugar, flour, and salt – to eliminate any potential lumps.
- Gradually incorporate milk and vanilla extract into the dry mixture, stirring continuously to achieve a smooth, homogeneous consistency.
- Transfer the liquid filling into the unbaked pie crust, ensuring an even distribution across the entire surface.
- Strategically place small butter pieces across the top of the filling, which will melt and enhance the pie’s richness during baking.
- Slide the pie into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown surface and a slightly firm texture.
- The center might display a subtle wobble, which is normal and will stabilize during the cooling process.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pie to rest for a minimum of one hour, enabling the filling to set completely.
- Serve the pie at your preferred temperature – either warm or chilled – and optionally garnish with a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, lump-free filling and even baking.
- Experiment with different milk types like almond or oat milk for dairy-free alternatives.
- Create a crispy crust edge by crimping with a fork or pinching edges decoratively.
- Add warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to enhance the pie’s comforting flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg