Description
Homemade butterscotch delight pie delivers rich caramel notes with silky smooth pudding layers nestled in a crisp graham cracker crust. Generous dollops of whipped cream and caramel drizzle complete this nostalgic dessert that promises sweet comfort for you.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
- 2 cups milk
- 2 egg yolks, beaten
- 1 cup (240 g) packed light brown sugar
- 4 tbsps (30 g) cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp (14 g) butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Base: Combine light brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, and milk in a double boiler, whisking continuously over medium heat until the mixture thickens into a smooth, glossy consistency, approximately 20 minutes.
- Integrate Eggs: Slowly incorporate beaten egg yolks into the thickened mixture, whisking carefully to prevent curdling, and continue cooking until the filling develops a rich, custard-like texture.
- Enhance Flavor: Remove from heat and gently fold in unsalted butter and pure vanilla extract, stirring until the ingredients blend harmoniously, creating a deep, complex butterscotch profile.
- Prepare Oven: Preheat to 400°F (204°C), ensuring even heat distribution for the perfect pie baking environment.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the luscious butterscotch filling into the pre-baked pie crust, spreading evenly, then place in the preheated oven and bake for 4-6 minutes until a delicate golden-brown surface emerges, signaling the pie’s perfect completion.
Notes
- Master the Whisking Technique: Continuous, gentle stirring prevents lumps and ensures a smooth, velvety custard base for your butterscotch pie.
- Temperature Precision Matters: Use a reliable oven thermometer to maintain exactly 400°F, guaranteeing even baking and preventing potential burning or undercooking.
- Egg Tempering is Critical: Slowly incorporate beaten egg yolks while constantly whisking to avoid scrambling, creating a silky, professional-quality filling.
- Butter and Vanilla Harmony: Remove from heat before adding butter and vanilla to preserve their delicate flavors and prevent potential separation or burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 133 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 68 mg