Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and salty with this Salted Honey Pie recipe. A creamy custard filling infused with honey and vanilla, nestled in a flaky pie crust and topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust:
- Refrigerated or homemade pie crust
Custard Filling:
- 4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 2 1/2 cups (600 ml) heavy whipping cream
- 2/3 cup (150 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup (45 g) cornstarch, sifted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Finishing:
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust – Begin by preparing the pie crust in an 8-inch or 9-inch pie pan. Chill the crust while you prepare the filling.
- Heat the Cream Mixture – Combine cream, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Heat until thickened.
- Temper the Eggs – Gradually mix hot cream into beaten egg yolks to prevent curdling.
- Combine the Mixture – Stir in honey and vanilla after tempering the eggs.
- Fill the Pie Crust – Pour custard into the chilled pie crust.
- Bake the Pie – Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes until set.
- Cool and Set – Allow the pie to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate until firm.
- Finish with Sea Salt – Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the pie before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy – Slice and serve chilled for a delightful sweet and salty dessert.
Notes
- Ensure the custard is not hot when pouring into the crust to prevent a soggy bottom.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours to set properly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Salted Honey Pie, Honey Custard Pie, Sweet and Salty Dessert
