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Hillbilly Pie

A nostalgic dessert with a creamy filling and golden crust, reminiscent of family gatherings and comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Key Ingredients
  • 1 pre-made pie crust 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk Full-fat milk works best for creaminess.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Consider using natural sweeteners for a healthier option.
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 3 large eggs For a vegan version, substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Fresh ground cinnamon can be used sparingly.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, sugar, flour, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. Pour the melted butter into the mixture and stir until smooth, ensuring a rich consistency.
  4. Pour the filling into the pie crust, allowing it to snugly fill every inch.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden and the filling is set.
  2. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

For a delectable crust, consider using a buttery flaky pie crust. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.