Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, eggs and salt until well blended. Slowly add the buttermilk and vanilla extract and beat until combined. Gradually add the flour and stir until smooth. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. Let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
Buttermilk pie is a rich, creamy dessert that is high in calories, fat and sugar. Each slice contains about 260 calories, 15 grams of fat and 20 grams of sugar. It also contains about 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber. Despite being high in calories and fat, buttermilk pie is a good source of calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium.
If you’re looking for a lighter version of buttermilk pie, you can use low-fat buttermilk and reduce the amount of sugar and butter. Additionally, you can use a store-bought graham cracker crust instead of a regular pie crust to reduce the fat and calories. You can also serve the pie with a dollop of light whipped cream or a scoop of low-fat ice cream to cut back on calories.
Buttermilk pie is a classic Southern dessert that is easy to make and is sure to be a hit at any gathering. It’s a delicious, creamy treat that everyone will love. Try this recipe for a delicious buttermilk pie that is sure to please!
