Buttermilk Pie

Instructions:

Pie Crust:

  1. Prepare the Ingredients:
    • In a bowl, combine the flour and salt.
    • Add the chilled, cubed butter to the flour mixture.
  2. Cut in Butter:
    • Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add Water:
    • Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
    • Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Roll Out Crust:
    • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • On a floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
    • Transfer the rolled-out crust to the pie dish, trim the excess, and crimp the edges.
  5. Blind Bake:
    • Line the pie crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans.
    • Bake the crust for about 15 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment, then bake for an additional 5 minutes until the crust is golden. Set aside.

Buttermilk Pie Filling:

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Sugar and Butter:
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and melted butter until well combined.
  3. Add Eggs:
    • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
    • Sift in the flour and salt, then mix until smooth.
  5. Add Buttermilk and Flavorings:
    • Pour in the buttermilk and mix well.
    • Add vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest (if using). Mix until the filling is smooth and well combined.
  6. Pour Into Crust:
    • Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
  7. Bake:
    • Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve:
    • Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing.
    • Serve slices of buttermilk pie on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips:

  • For added flavor, you can sprinkle a little nutmeg or cinnamon on top before baking.
  • Make sure the pie crust is well-chilled before blind baking to prevent shrinking.

Enjoy your delicious Buttermilk Pie!

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