Best 2 Horse Buggy Wet Bottom Shoo Fly Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Horse Buggy Wet Bottom Shoo Fly Pie, a classic Amish treat that combines the wholesome goodness of molasses, brown sugar, and plenty of butter with a flaky, tender crust. This iconic dessert, also known as Pennsylvania Dutch Shoofly Pie, boasts a rich history deeply rooted in the traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch community. Prepare to embark on a sweet adventure as we explore various recipes that capture the essence of this timeless classic, each offering unique variations that tantalize the taste buds. From the traditional molasses-based filling to the innovative use of apple cider or maple syrup, these recipes promise an unforgettable experience that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AMISH WET BOTTOM SHOOFLY PIE



Amish Wet Bottom Shoofly Pie image

Shoo-fly pie is a traditional Amish breakfast pie with a thin layer of gooey molasses on the bottom, cake-like middle, and crumb topping. Very easy to make and is perfect with a cup of coffee.

Provided by Anna

Categories     Breakfast     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 c. brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 c. light-tasting molasses (Golden Barrel unsulphered baking molasses and King Syrup are some of the best)
2 1/2 c. boiling water
1 tsp. baking soda
4 c. all purpose flour
1 c. brown sugar
2/3 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/3 tsp. cream of tartar
6 Tbs. butter
1/3 c. lard or shortening
2 (9") unbaked pie crusts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • For the wet mixture: Add 2 c. brown sugar and eggs to a mixing bowl and beat well. Add molasses.
  • Bring water to boiling, remove from heat and add 1 tsp. baking soda. Stir.
  • Add soda/water mixture to egg mixture. Mix.
  • Let this mixture cool while you prepare the crumb mixture.
  • For crumb mixture: Mix flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, & cream of tartar in a mixing bowl.
  • Add butter (cut in slices) and shortening. Using pastry blender, mix until fine crumbs.
  • Reserve 1 1/2 c. of the crumb mixture to put on top.
  • Pour about a 3/4 c. of the wet mixture into the crust bottom of each pie dish.
  • Now pour your remaining crumbs into the remaining wet mixture. Mix together and divide between your two pies.
  • Cover with reserved crumb mixture.
  • Bake at 375° for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350° and continue baking for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 522 kcal, Carbohydrate 100 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 243 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 54 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

WET-BOTTOM SHOOFLY PIE



Wet-Bottom Shoofly Pie image

This is a true Pennsylvania Dutch staple.

Provided by Bea Gassman

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Vintage Pie Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup boiling water
½ cup dark corn syrup
½ cup molasses
¼ teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust

Steps:

  • To Make Crumbs: In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar and shortening. Cut ingredients together with a pastry cutter or rub with fingers until dough forms fine crumbs. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • To Make Filling: In a medium bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the boiling water. Stir in corn syrup, molasses, salt and egg being sure to stir well. Pour 1/3 of mixture into unbaked pie crust. Sprinkle 1/3 of the crumbs over mixture. Continue this process until crumb mixture and liquid mixture have been used up.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, then lower oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.6 calories, Carbohydrate 72.9 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 399.3 mg, Sugar 30.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a large Dutch oven or cast iron skillet to make the pie. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the bottom of the pie from burning.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the pie tough.
  • Be sure to use fresh apples. Fresh apples will give the pie a better flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have any molasses, you can substitute brown sugar or maple syrup.
  • Serve the pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Horse Buggy Wet Bottom Shoo Fly Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a classic American pie that has been enjoyed by families for generations. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, Horse Buggy Wet Bottom Shoo Fly Pie is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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