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Salted Honey Pie

Salted Honey Pie: Indulge in a Sweet & Salty Southern Delight

Salted Honey Pie is a delightful Southern dessert combining sweet honey and savory sea salt for a unique experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch Pie Crust Homemade or store-bought, ensure blind-baked for a crispy base.
For the Custard Filling
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Let it cool slightly before mixing.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • ¼ cup Cornmeal Fine grind; gluten-free version optional.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar or Lemon Juice Adds brightness to the custard.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla.
  • ½ cup Honey Wildflower or clover recommended.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature for smoother incorporation.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Substitute half-and-half for a lighter option.
For the Finish
  • Flaky Sea Salt For sprinkling on top before serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch Pie Dish
  • Parchment paper
  • Pie weights

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the pie crust for blind baking.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled butter and sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the cornmeal, salt, and vinegar or lemon juice, mixing until smooth.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and honey until fully incorporated.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking after each until creamy, and then mix in the heavy cream.
  6. Pour the custard filling into the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-50 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.
  8. Allow to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
  9. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Blind bake the crust to prevent sogginess.

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