Description
Classic Buttermilk Pie is a Southern favorite that blends creamy custard filling with a tangy twist, baked in a flaky pie crust until golden and set. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a cozy night in, this dessert is nostalgic and beautifully simple.
Ingredients
1 cup buttermilk
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
½ cup unsalted butter melted
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch pie crust in a pie dish and chill while you mix the filling.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt until well combined.
3. Add eggs and whisk until smooth. Pour in buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until fully blended.
4. Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch spills.
5. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until the top is golden and the center is just set with a slight jiggle.
6. Let the pie cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour, then refrigerate for 1–2 hours for best slicing.
7. Serve with whipped cream or fresh berries if desired.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs to help the custard blend and set evenly.
Don’t skip the chilling step—this ensures clean slices and a firm set.
If the crust starts to brown too early, use a pie shield or foil to protect the edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 33
- Sodium: 140
- Fat: 19
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 115