Butterscotch Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

Pie Crust:

• 1 9-inch deep-dish pie crust, pre-baked and cooled

Butterscotch Filling:

• 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups whole milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Meringue:

• 4 egg whites, at room temperature
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 6 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Butterscotch Filling: In a large saucepan, combine the dark brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and is smooth.
2. Temper the Egg Yolks: In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Slowly whisk a small amount of the hot milk mixture into the yolks to temper them, adding about half a cup of the hot mixture at a time. This process ensures the yolks don’t curdle.
3. Combine and Cook: Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a boil and becomes very thick. Remove from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully melted and incorporated.
4. Assemble the Pie: Pour the butterscotch filling into the pre-baked pie crust. Let it cool slightly while preparing the meringue.
5. Prepare the Meringue: In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar while beating continuously until stiff peaks form.
6. Top the Pie: Spoon the meringue over the warm butterscotch filling, ensuring it reaches the edges of the crust to seal the meringue and prevent shrinking. Create peaks with the back of a spoon for a decorative touch.
7. Bake: Bake the pie in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
8. Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours until the pie is fully set before serving.

Enjoy:

Relish your homemade Butterscotch Pie with its beautifully browned meringue. This timeless dessert is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings and is sure to delight across generations.