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Salted Honey Pie

Indulge in Salted Honey Pie: A Southern Delicacy for All

Experience the delightful combination of sweet and salty in this Salted Honey Pie, a Southern delicacy that's easy to make and perfect for any gathering.
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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: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 9-inch pie crust homemade or store-bought, blind baked
For the Filling
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup fine cornmeal
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup honey wildflower or clover preferred
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • ½ cup heavy cream
For the Finishing Touch
  • flaky sea salt (such as Maldon) for sprinkling just before serving

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Aluminum Foil
  • pie weights
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Honey Pie
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Chill the crust for 30 mins, blind bake for 12–15 mins, then bake for an additional 5 mins until golden.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, cornmeal, and salt. Then add vinegar or lemon juice, vanilla extract, and honey, whisk until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each. Stir in heavy cream until smooth.
  4. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and place on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–50 mins until slightly jiggly in center.
  6. Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours.
  7. Sprinkle sea salt over the top before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 900IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling. Don't skip blind baking to avoid soggy crust. Let it cool before slicing for the best presentation.

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