Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Salted Honey Pie, a luxurious dessert that perfectly marries sweet and salty flavors. This creamy custard pie, enriched with the natural sweetness of honey and a hint of flaky sea salt, creates an unforgettable taste sensation. Ideal for any occasion—from festive celebrations to cozy family dinners—this pie is as visually appealing as it is delicious. The smooth texture of the custard filling combined with a buttery crust makes it a crowd-pleaser that will impress guests and satisfy cravings alike. Easy to make with straightforward steps, you’ll find yourself returning to this recipe time and again.
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust (refrigerated or homemade)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust in an 8-inch or 9-inch pan and chill.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cream, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt; heat over medium while stirring until boiling.
- Temper egg yolks by gradually whisking in hot cream mixture.
- Combine the tempered yolks back into the saucepan with remaining cream; mix in honey and vanilla.
- Pour custard into the chilled crust and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes until slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely before refrigerating until firm; sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 133mg