Butterscotch Pie
This butterscotch pie that captivates the palate with its creamy, buttery, and caramelized flavors. The combination of the crisp pastry crust, the smooth butterscotch filling, and the creamy whipped cream topping creates a delectable dessert that is rich and comforting.
Butterscotch Pie
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Ingredients
- 1 9 inch prepared pie crust
Filling
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
- 1 cup boiling water
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Place the egg yolks in a small mixing bowl. Whisk lightly. Set aside.
- In a medium, heavy bottom good saucepan combine the cornstarch, flour, and salt. Whisk in the milk until blended. Set aside.
- In a large light-colored skillet melt the butter over medium/low heat and cook stirring constantly until it turns nutty brown in color. Gradually add the dark brown sugar. Cook, stirring constantly, until it is melted, about 5 minutes. Carefully add 1 cup of boiling water. This is like making caramel as the mixture will sputter and spit.
- Add the brown sugar mixture to the saucepan with the milk and flour. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until it begins to boil. This could take 10-15 minutes. Keep stirring.
- Once the mixture has thickened, remove from the heat. Drizzle spoonfuls of the hot butterscotch into the egg yolks while whisking constantly. Repeat until you have added ⅓ of the butterscotch to the egg yolks.
- Pour the egg mixture into the saucepan with the remaining butterscotch and return to the heat.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixtures begins to boil. Cook for another minute then remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
- Pour the custard into the pre-baked pie shell. Cool then refrigerate until ready to serve.
- To make the topping whisk the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add the confectioners sugar a little at a time and whisk until thickened. Dollop the whipped cream on top of the pie.
Servings: 8
Butterscotch pie is often served chilled or at room temperature, allowing the flavors to develop and meld together. It can be enjoyed as a special treat for celebrations or as a comforting dessert during colder months. The smooth and buttery delight of butterscotch pie is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth and leave a lasting impression.
This recipe is adapted from Saving Dessert.
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