Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Salted Honey Pie, a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors that will captivate your taste buds. This creamy honey custard pie is elegantly balanced with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, creating an unforgettable dessert that’s both comforting and sophisticated.
Ingredients
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- Refrigerated or homemade pie crust
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust in an 8-inch or 9-inch pie pan and chill while preparing the filling.
- In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Stir over medium heat until thickened, then bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and temper the egg yolks by gradually whisking in the hot cream mixture.
- Pour back into the saucepan, add honey and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Pour the custard into the chilled crust and smooth out.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes until slightly jiggly but set.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until fully chilled.
- Before serving, sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 130mg