Name: Salted Honey Pie Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought); ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled); ¾ cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons cornmeal; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅓ cup honey; 3 large eggs; ½ cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons white vinegar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Flaky sea salt (for topping)

Description

Salted Honey Pie is a delightful American dessert featuring a rich, custard-like honey filling baked in a buttery pie crust. The perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors combined with a smooth texture makes this pie an irresistible treat, topped with flaky sea salt for an added touch of sophistication.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)

Filling

½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornmeal
¼ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup honey
3 large eggs
½ cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

Flaky sea salt (for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ready it for baking the pie.
Prepare the crust: Place the 9-inch pie crust into a pie dish, gently pressing and crimping the edges for a decorative finish.
Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted, cooled butter, granulated sugar, cornmeal, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add honey: Stir in the honey thoroughly to integrate it with the dry mixture.
Incorporate eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next.
Add cream, vinegar, and vanilla: Stir in the heavy cream, white vinegar, and vanilla extract until the filling is smooth and uniformly blended.
Fill the crust: Pour the prepared filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake the pie: Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly wobbly. To prevent over-browning, cover the crust edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
Cool the pie: Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature to finish setting.
Add finishing touch: Just before serving, sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top to enhance the sweet and salty flavor contrast.

Notes

This pie is best enjoyed at room temperature or chilled for a firmer texture.
For a richer flavor, try using a darker honey variety like buckwheat or wildflower honey.
Pairs beautifully with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.