buttermilk pie

Recipe by
Beth Pierce
Ofallon, MO

A sweet simple southern style Texas buttermilk pie made with wholesome natural pantry staples using minimal effort and time. For an extra special taste treat, serve with fresh whipped cream.

yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 55 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For buttermilk pie

  • 1/2 c
    unsalted butter
  • 1
    (9-inch) deep dish unbaked pie crust
  • 3 lg
    eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 c
    granulated sugar
  • 3 Tbsp
    all purpose flour
  • 1 c
    buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 tsp
    pure vanilla extract
  • 1 Tbsp
    lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt

How To Make buttermilk pie

  • 1
    Melt butter in the microwave; let cool for at least 15 minutes.
  • 2
    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Poke pie crust on bottoms and sides. Pre-bake for 5-6 minutes.
  • 3
    In a large bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Whisk in sugar until smooth. Whisk in flour, buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter until incorporated and smooth.
  • 4
    Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F and bake for 40-45 minutes or until set in the center. The center will still be a little teeny bit jiggly.
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