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Buttermilk Pie

Buttermilk Pie

Buttermilk Pie is a classic Southern dessert featuring a smooth, creamy custard filling with a tangy sweetness, nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients, this pie offers a nostalgic comfort with rich flavor and velvety texture, perfect for family dinners, holidays, or anytime dessert cravings strike.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes plus 2 hours chilling
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Crust

  • 1 9-inch pre-made or homemade pie crust

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Fit your pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate, trimming and crimping the edges if using homemade dough. Blind bake the crust for 10 minutes to prevent sogginess.
  2. Mix the Custard Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and eggs until smooth. Slowly add melted butter and buttermilk, continuing to whisk until the mixture is creamy and lump-free. Stir in vanilla extract last for the best flavor release.
  3. Pour Filling and Bake: Pour the custard filling into the pre-baked pie crust carefully. Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Avoid overbaking to maintain that creamy texture.
  4. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing. This chilling step ensures the pie sets fully and the flavors develop beautifully.

Notes

  • Bring eggs and butter to room temperature for a smooth, even custard texture.
  • Start checking the pie at 50 minutes to avoid overcooking, which can cause cracks or dryness.
  • Use fresh sour buttermilk for best flavor and tang.
  • Blind bake the crust to keep it flaky and crisp.
  • If crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free crust alternatives)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: Buttermilk Pie, Southern dessert, custard pie, easy pie recipe, creamy pie