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Salted Honey Pie

Irresistible Salted Honey Pie: Sweet Meets Savory Delight

This Salted Honey Pie combines silky honey custard and flaky crust, topped with sea salt, for a delightful dessert experience.
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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: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch pie crust Blind baked for stability
For the Filling
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Melted and cooled slightly
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • ¼ cup cornmeal Fine grind for smoothness
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Fine salt is best
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice Brightens the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla recommended
  • ½ cup honey Wildflower or clover adds depth
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature for better mixing
  • ½ cup heavy cream Ensure it's fresh for best results
For the Topping
  • flaky sea salt For topping before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • pie dish
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Blind bake the pie crust for 12-15 minutes, remove weights, and bake for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, cornmeal, and salt until combined. Add vinegar or lemon juice, vanilla extract, and honey, whisk until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in heavy cream until velvety.
  4. Pour filling into pre-baked crust, ensuring even distribution. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any spills.
  5. Bake the pie at 350°F (175°C) for 40-50 minutes, until edges are set and center has a slight jiggle. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  6. Cool pie on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to allow custard to set.
  7. Before serving, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling. Blind baking is essential to prevent sogginess. Allow adequate cooling time for the best texture.

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