Description
Butterscotch Delight Pie whispers sweet nostalgia from Midwestern kitchens with its silky caramel notes and buttery graham cracker crust. Rich pudding layers and whipped cream create a dreamy dessert that melts hearts and satisfies deepest dessert cravings you’ll savor to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Butterscotch Delight Pie Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- 2 egg yolks, beaten
- 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
Sweeteners and Thickeners:
- 1 cup (240 grams) packed light brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons (30 grams) cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (14 grams) butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a silky foundation by whisking light brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, and milk together in the top of a double boiler, stirring continuously over medium heat until the mixture transforms into a thickened, velvety consistency (approximately 20 minutes).
- Gradually introduce beaten egg yolks to the thickened mixture, whisking meticulously to prevent curdling, and continue cooking until the filling achieves a luxurious, custard-like texture.
- Calibrate the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C), ensuring precise heat distribution for the perfect pie.
- Eliminate the double boiler from heat and fold in unsalted butter and pure vanilla extract, stirring until the ingredients meld seamlessly, creating a rich, aromatic filling.
- Transfer the luscious butterscotch mixture into the pre-baked pie crust, spreading evenly with a gentle touch.
- Position the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 4-6 minutes, watching for a delicate golden-brown surface that signals the perfect butterscotch delight is ready to be savored.
Notes
- Cooking this pie requires patience, especially during the thickening process of the filling, which takes around 20 minutes of constant stirring.
- Double boiler method ensures smooth, even heating and prevents scorching of the delicate sugar and milk mixture.
- Gradually adding egg yolks prevents curdling and helps create a silky, custard-like consistency.
- Use light brown sugar for authentic butterscotch flavor, which provides a rich, caramel-like sweetness.
- Prebaking the pie crust beforehand helps maintain a crisp bottom and prevents sogginess.
- Baking for just 5 minutes at a high temperature helps set the filling and creates a subtle golden-brown top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 267 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 195 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg