Description
Sweet memories of Indiana shine through Sugar Cream Pie, a classic Midwest dessert that whispers comfort from grandma’s kitchen. Creamy, simple ingredients blend into a silky custard filling nestled in a flaky crust that feels like a warm hug from home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (32 g) all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping and Garnish:
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Optional: nutmeg
- Optional: whipped cream
Instructions
- Warm your oven to precisely 400°F (200°C). Position the rack in the center to ensure even heating for your pie.
- Select a medium saucepan and whisk 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar with ¼ cup (32g) all-purpose flour until completely combined and free of lumps.
- Gradually pour 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream into the sugar-flour mixture, whisking constantly to prevent any clumping.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously for 10-12 minutes until the cream thickens enough to coat the back of your wooden spoon.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and incorporate 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, stirring until your mixture becomes silky smooth.
- Transfer the creamy filling into your pre-baked 9-inch pie crust, using a spatula to spread it evenly and eliminate any air pockets.
- Dust the surface with ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, creating a delicate, aromatic layer across the entire pie.
- Return the pie to the 400°F (200°C) oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until the top appears set and develops a light golden color.
- Allow the pie to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to help the filling set completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure your pie crust is completely cool before adding the filling to prevent a soggy bottom and maintain the perfect texture.
- Constant stirring is crucial when cooking the filling to prevent scorching and create a smooth, creamy consistency.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, though the texture will be slightly less rich.
- Sprinkle additional cinnamon just before serving for an extra burst of warm flavor that complements the sweet cream filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-27 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 449
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 99 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg