Best 4 Classic Buttermilk Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic of Southern comfort food with our delectable Buttermilk Pie. This creamy and luscious pie, boasting a rich buttermilk filling nestled in a flaky, buttery crust, is an irresistible treat that evokes memories of grandma's kitchen. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences, from the traditional buttermilk pie to unique twists like chocolate buttermilk pie and buttermilk pie bars. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards buttermilk pie perfection.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC BUTTERMILK PIE



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Add this sweet, smooth dessert to your next Thanksgiving table - from Beth Kirby of Local Milk.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 2h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, very cold, cut into 1-inch dice
¼ cup ice-cold buttermilk
Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil
2 eggs, separated, room temperature
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1 teaspoon Powdered sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt and sugar. Use hands to cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs and no pieces are larger than a pea. Stir in the cold buttermilk until mixture starts to clump together. Use hands to form the dough into a tight ball, pat it into a disk about 1 1/2-inch thick and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Chill for a least an hour and up to a day.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. On a floured surface, roll pie crust into large circle. Press dough into a pie pan. Line the crust with a sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil and fill the foil with pie weights or dried rice/beans. Make sure to get the weights into the corners of the pie and press into the bottom and sides. Chill the crust for 15 minutes and then bake for 15 minutes. Remove piecrust from the oven and remove the weights and foil. Reduce the oven to 350 degrees F and let the crust cool while you make the filling.
  • Beat egg whites in a stand mixer with whisk attachment until soft peaks form. Set aside. Using the whisk attachment, cream butter and sugar. Add yolks to butter-sugar mixture and combine well. Add the flour, lemon juice, nutmeg and salt to the mixture. Slowly add in buttermilk and mix for 1 minute. Buttermilk will curdle slightly but will smooth out upon baking.
  • Gently fold the egg whites into the buttermilk mixture. Pour mixture into the crust. Smooth with spatula and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden and set in the middle. Cool thoroughly on a rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.2 calories, Carbohydrate 84.3 g, Cholesterol 191.7 mg, Fat 43.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 26.7 g, Sodium 502.8 mg, Sugar 55.7 g

OLD-TIME BUTTERMILK PIE



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This recipe is older than I am...and I was born in 1919! My mother and grandmother made this pie with buttermilk and eggs from our farm and set it on the tables at church meetings and social gatherings. I did the same and now our children make it, too! -Kate Mathews, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

CRUST:
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup cold whole milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
FILLING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in shortening until smooth. Gradually add milk and egg and mix well. On a floured surface, roll dough out very thin. Place in a 10-in. pie pan; set aside. , For filling, cream butter and sugar in a bowl. Add flour. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into crust. , Bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BUTTERMILK CHESS PIE



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This simple buttermilk custard pie is an American classic.

Provided by Krystina

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Vintage Pie Recipes     Chess Pie Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 eggs
⅔ cup buttermilk
½ cup melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.)
  • In a large bowl, combine sugar and flour. Beat in the eggs and buttermilk until blended. Stir in the melted butter and vanilla. Pour filling into the pie crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 147.6 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 263.9 mg, Sugar 51.3 g

CLASSIC BUTTERMILK PIE



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Buttermilk Pie is an American classic. Grated lemon zest provides a tart contrast to the rich, creamy filling made from melted butter, buttermilk, and egg yolks; the piecrust is pate brisee rolled in graham-cracker crumbs, which add crunch and color.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes one 10-inch single-crust pie

Number Of Ingredients 10

Graham Cracker-Coated Piecrust
3 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
8 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for work surface
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
Blackberry and Blueberry Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prick bottom of pie shell all over with a fork. Line with foil; fill with dried beans or pie weights. Bake until edges are lightly browned, about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and weights, and bake until crust is lightly browned, about 10 minutes more. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Reduce oven heat to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, butter, egg yolks, and vanilla. In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, and salt. Whisk into dry ingredients. Pass through a fine sieve into a clean bowl. Whisk in lemon zest.
  • Pour mixture into pie shell; bake until center is just set, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Let cool, and then refrigerate at least 4 hours. Serve cold with berry sauce.

Tips:

  • For a smoother pie, strain the buttermilk before using it.
  • Use unsalted butter for baking to control the amount of salt in the recipe.
  • Don't overmix the pie dough, or it will become tough.
  • Chill the pie dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
  • Always preheat the oven before baking the pie.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

Buttermilk pie is a classic Southern dessert made with simple ingredients. It has a creamy, slightly tangy filling and a flaky, buttery crust. Buttermilk pie is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe will help you create a delicious buttermilk pie that everyone will love.

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