Best 7 Grandma Megs Raisin Pie Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Grandma Meg's Raisin Pie, a classic dessert that evokes memories of family gatherings and heartwarming moments. This delectable treat features a flaky, golden crust enveloping a luscious filling of plump raisins suspended in a velvety custard. The harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors makes this pie a timeless favorite, perfect for any occasion.

Along with the signature Raisin Pie recipe, this article offers a delightful collection of variations to tantalize your taste buds. Explore the tangy goodness of the Lemon Raisin Pie, where the vibrant citrus notes perfectly complement the sweetness of the raisins. For a touch of indulgence, try the Chocolate Chip Raisin Pie, where rich chocolate chips mingle with the raisins, creating a symphony of flavors.

If you prefer a gluten-free option, the Almond Flour Raisin Pie is a symphony of nutty flavors and wholesome goodness. And for those seeking a vegan delight, the Vegan Raisin Pie offers a luscious filling made with plant-based ingredients, delivering a guilt-free indulgence.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to guide you in creating these delectable Raisin Pies. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked goodness.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S SOUR CREAM RAISIN PIE



Grandma's Sour Cream Raisin Pie image

The aroma of this pie baking in my farm kitchen oven reminds me of my dear grandma who made this pretty pie for special occasions. -Beverly Medalen, Willow City, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup raisins
2/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup 2% milk
3 large egg yolks, room temperature
1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional
1 pie shell (9 inches), baked
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, place raisins and enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt, cloves and cinnamon. Stir in sour cream and milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir for 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat., Drain raisins, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. Gently stir liquid into filling. Add raisins, and nuts if desired. Pour into pie shell. , For meringue, in a small bowl, beat egg whites and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Spread over hot filling, sealing edge to crust. , Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour; refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GRANDMA FRIENDSHIP'S RAISIN PIE



Grandma Friendship's Raisin Pie image

This wonderful raisin pie is a favorite family recipe of online editor Kristen Aiken. To space out the hearts, Kristen uses a paper circle with a diameter of 2 to 3 inches.

Provided by Martha Stewart

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

Yield Makes one 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 14

All-purpose flour, for work surface
Pie Crust
2 1/2 heaping cups raisins
2 cups cold water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon milk
Pinch of salt
Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured work surface, roll 1 piece of pie crust into a 12-inch round. With a dry pastry brush, sweep off the excess flour; fit dough into a 9-inch pie plate, pressing it into the edges. Cover with plastic wrap; chill pie shell until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan, mix together raisins, water, cornstarch, sugar, vinegar, salt, cinnamon, and butter. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Let boil until very thick, stirring constantly, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Pour raisin mixture into pie shell. On a lightly floured work surface, roll remaining piece of pie crust into a 12-inch round. Using a 1 1/4-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 8 decorative heart shapes in a circular pattern, from center of the top crust. Lay over raisin mixture. Trim top and bottom edges, leaving a 1-inch overhang; press lightly to seal, then fold under and press again. Crimp edges as desired.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk, milk, and salt. Brush egg mixture over crust and place pie on a rimmed baking sheet. Transfer to oven and bake until crust is golden and filling is bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream.

OLD FASHIONED RAISIN PIE I



Old Fashioned Raisin Pie I image

This recipe was given to me 41 years ago by my husband's grandmother.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Vintage Pie Recipes     Raisin Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups raisins
2 cups water
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon butter
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie

Steps:

  • Combine raisins and water in a small saucepan. Boil 5 minutes. Blend brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt together; add to hot raisins. Cook and stir until syrup is clear. Remove from heat, and stir in vinegar and butter or margarine. Cool slightly.
  • Turn filling into a pastry lined pan. Cover with top crust. Seal edges, and cut slits in the top crust.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 324.7 mg, Sugar 34.9 g

GRANDMA CHICS RAISIN PIE FILLING 1968



Grandma Chics Raisin Pie Filling 1968 image

Make and share this Grandma Chics Raisin Pie Filling 1968 recipe from Food.com.

Provided by andypandy

Categories     Pie

Time 50m

Yield 1 pie double crusted

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups raisins
2 cups water
2/3 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Combine raisins and water and cook over medium heat for 12 minutes.
  • Add sugar, flour, butter and cook two minutes more.
  • Pour cooled mixture into a pastry shell.
  • Place a top crust over top and make vent slashes.
  • Bake 375 degrees F for 30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
  • Note: Rind and juice of 1/2 a fresh lemon or orange may be added.

OLD-FASHIONED RAISIN PIE



Old-Fashioned Raisin Pie image

"My family came to Texas from Virginia after the Civil War," relates Debra Ayers from Cheyenne, Wyoming. "Two brothers helped drive a herd of cattle up the Chisholm Trail to Abilene, Kansas. The boys decided to stay in Kansas and open a meat market. They did well. One brother sent for his girlfriend back in Texas to come and marry him. She did, and she brought this recipe. The family has been making this pie ever since.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup sour cream
2 cups raisins
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pastry for a double-crust pie
Additional nutmeg, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat eggs. Add sour cream. Stir in raisins, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Place bottom pastry in a pie plate; pour in filling. Top with a lattice crust. , Bake at 450° for 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to 350°; bake until filling is set, about 25 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GRANDMA MEG'S RAISIN PIE



Grandma Meg's Raisin Pie image

Whenever I bake this pie, I think of the days of the Depression. Meat was hard to come by then, so Grandma Meg would tell my dad, 'If you go hunt for a rabbit or peasant for Sunday dinner, I'll make a raisin pie.' We had lot of wild game and raisin pies during those days!

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup water
½ cup dark corn syrup
1 ½ cups raisins
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons butter or margarine
1 pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
½ cup Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water, corn syrup and raisins. Cook and stir until bubbly; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice and butter. Pour filling into a pastry-lined pie plate. (Filling will be thin.) Cover with the top crust; seal and flute edges. Cut slits in the top. Bake at 425 degrees F for 10 minutes. Reduce temperature to 375 degrees F; bake 20 minutes more or until crust is golden. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.8 calories, Carbohydrate 79.1 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 342.9 mg, Sugar 40.4 g

GRANDMA MEG'S RAISIN PIE



Grandma Meg's Raisin Pie image

Whenever I bake this pie, I think of the days of the Depression. Meat was hard to come by then, so Grandma Meg would tell my dad, 'If you go hunt for a rabbit or peasant for Sunday dinner, I'll make a raisin pie.' We had lot of wild game and raisin pies during those days!

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup water
½ cup dark corn syrup
1 ½ cups raisins
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons butter or margarine
1 pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
½ cup Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water, corn syrup and raisins. Cook and stir until bubbly; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice and butter. Pour filling into a pastry-lined pie plate. (Filling will be thin.) Cover with the top crust; seal and flute edges. Cut slits in the top. Bake at 425 degrees F for 10 minutes. Reduce temperature to 375 degrees F; bake 20 minutes more or until crust is golden. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.8 calories, Carbohydrate 79.1 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 342.9 mg, Sugar 40.4 g

Tips:

  • To make the perfect raisin pie crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. This will result in a flaky, tender crust that holds its shape well.
  • Be sure to chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven.
  • When adding the raisins to the pie filling, be sure to toss them with a little bit of flour. This will help to prevent them from clumping together.
  • To get a nice golden brown crust, brush the top of the pie with milk or cream before baking.
  • Allow the pie to cool for at least 1 hour before serving. This will help the filling to set and the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Grandma Meg's raisin pie is a classic dessert that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its flaky crust, sweet and tangy filling, and nostalgic flavor, this pie is a true comfort food. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics