Description
This classic Southern Buttermilk Pie features a rich, creamy custard filling with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang from real buttermilk. Easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients, it’s a nostalgic and comforting dessert ideal for family gatherings, holidays, or everyday treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free version)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Oven and Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a store-bought crust, let it thaw fully and press it into a 9-inch pie dish. For homemade crust, roll out and gently fit it into a pie pan. Dock the bottom lightly with a fork to prevent bubbles during baking.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt to ensure even distribution and prevent lumps in the custard.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract until well blended. Slowly whisk in the melted butter, then gradually pour in the buttermilk, mixing until smooth and uniform.
- Create the Filling: Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, whisking consistently to form a smooth custard without lumps. The filling should be creamy and pourable.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and gently smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly and the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack. This helps the filling settle and develop its creamy texture before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use fresh buttermilk for the best flavor and proper custard setting.
- Don’t overbake; a slight jiggle in the center is normal and preserves moisture.
- Choose unsalted butter to control salt content and enhance the pie’s flavor.
- If making crust from scratch, chill dough first to reduce shrinkage during baking.
- Check doneness by inserting a clean toothpick near the center; it should come out clean or slightly moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg