Salted Honey Pie: A Perfect Blend of Sweet and Salty
Indulge in the delightful experience of Salted Honey Pie: A Perfect Blend of Sweet and Salty. This unique dessert features a creamy custard filling infused with rich caramelized honey, perfectly balanced by a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. The buttery, flaky crust provides a satisfying contrast to the smooth filling, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet family dinner, this pie is sure to impress. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, Salted Honey Pie will quickly become your go-to dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Pie crust (refrigerated or homemade)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust and chill in the fridge.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cream, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt; heat until thickened.
- Temper the egg yolks with hot cream mixture, then combine back into the saucepan.
- Stir in honey and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour custard into chilled crust and bake at 375F (190C) for 40-45 minutes until set.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating until chilled.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg