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Salted Honey Pie

Irresistible Salted Honey Pie with Creamy Custard Delight

A delightful Salted Honey Pie featuring a flaky crust and creamy honey custard, perfectly balanced with a sprinkle of salt.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Feel free to use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar No direct substitutes are recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Sea salt can be a suitable substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use margarine for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 3-4 tablespoons Ice Water Make sure it’s very cold.
For the Filling
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Try almond extract for a different profile.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Opt for fresh, high-quality honey for the best taste.
  • 3 large Eggs Use flaxseed meal and water mix for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream Heavy cream or crème fraîche can serve as substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice can work in its place.
For Serving
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Salt A finishing touch that adds an extra burst of flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • pie plate
  • pastry cutter
  • Spatula
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Cut in the unsalted butter until resembling coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until the dough holds together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a 14-inch round, about 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate, pressing into the bottom and sides. Trim excess, leaving an overhang, then crimp edges. Place the crust in the fridge while preheating your oven.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375ºF. Remove the crust from the fridge, line with parchment, and fill with pie weights. Bake for 20 minutes, remove weights and parchment, then bake for another 10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, flour, kosher salt, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth. Add eggs, sour cream, and vinegar, mixing until creamy and homogenous.
  5. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake at 350ºF for 45-50 minutes until the edges are golden and the center jiggles slightly. Let cool completely after removing from the oven.
  6. Sprinkle flaky salt over the cooled pie to enhance the sweet flavors. Let it sit at room temperature before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 64mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the crust for a flaky texture. Always blind bake to prevent sogginess. Allow the pie to cool before serving to help flavors meld.

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