Description
Salted Honey Pie is a rich and creamy custard-style dessert featuring a buttery pie crust filled with a luscious mixture of honey, eggs, and cream, baked to golden perfection and topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Filling
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup honey
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Topping
- Flaked sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the oven reaches the correct temperature to bake the pie evenly.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Place the unbaked 9-inch pie crust into a pie dish and crimp the edges as desired to create a decorative border and secure the crust.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, cornmeal, salt, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Add Honey and Eggs: Stir the honey into the bowl, then whisk in the eggs one at a time to create a cohesive filling.
- Incorporate Cream and Vinegar: Add the heavy cream and apple cider vinegar to the mixture, stirring until smooth and fully integrated.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the prepared filling evenly into the unbaked pie crust, making sure it’s well distributed.
- Bake the Pie: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is just set and the top has turned a golden brown color. If the crust edges darken too quickly, cover them with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking to prevent burning.
- Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature to allow the filling to set properly.
- Refrigerate: Once cooled, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to fully firm up the custard filling and improve flavor.
- Add the Finishing Touch: Before serving, generously sprinkle flaked sea salt over the top of the pie to create a delightful contrast of salty and sweet flavors.
Notes
- Use dark wildflower or buckwheat honey for a deeper, richer flavor.
- Serve the pie chilled or at room temperature for best taste.
- Complement the pie with whipped cream or a dollop of crème fraîche for added creaminess.
- Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
