Description
Salted Honey Pie is an irresistible dessert that masterfully balances rich sweetness with a hint of salt, combining honey’s natural floral sweetness with a buttery flaky crust and a creamy, luscious filling. Perfect for any occasion, this pie impresses with its golden crust, silky texture, and unique taste that delights every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 prepared 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Filling
- 3/4 cup honey (choose a robust, floral variety)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Roll out your pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling to keep it firm and help ensure a flaky texture during baking.
- Mix the filling: In a bowl, whisk together the honey, eggs, heavy cream, melted butter, vanilla extract, and sea salt until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. This blend forms the rich and creamy base of the pie.
- Pour and bake: Pour the filling into the chilled crust. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the filling is mostly set but still has a slight jiggle in the center. Be careful to avoid overbaking to maintain a silky, luscious texture.
- Cool and chill: Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least two hours to let the filling fully set and deepen in flavor before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality honey with robust floral notes for the best flavor.
- Keep the pie crust chilled before baking to ensure a crisp and flaky base.
- Measure sea salt carefully; a small amount balances the sweetness beautifully without overpowering it.
- Check the pie’s doneness early; the filling should jiggle slightly but not be liquid to avoid a curdled texture.
- Refrigerate the pie after baking to enhance sliceability and deepen the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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