Description
This Salted Honey Pie combines the natural sweetness of honey with a delicate sea salt finish, all encased in a flaky pre-made pie crust. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that bakes to a smooth, custard-like texture — perfect for honey lovers who appreciate a sweet-savory balance.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Filling
- 1 cup honey
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Topping
- Sea salt, for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the pie.
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Place your pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges neatly to hold the filling and provide an attractive rim.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the honey, eggs, heavy cream, melted butter, vanilla extract, and sea salt until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Pour the Filling: Carefully pour the prepared honey mixture into the pie crust, distributing it evenly.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. The filling should be set but retain a slight jiggle in the center when done.
- Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature for 15-20 minutes to let the filling firm up slightly.
- Sprinkle Sea Salt: Before serving, sprinkle a little extra sea salt on top to enhance the sweet-salty flavor contrast.
- Chill (Optional): For a firmer texture, refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Using a good quality honey will affect the flavor depth of the pie.
- Ensure the pie crust is fully chilled before baking to prevent shrinkage.
- The pie is best served slightly warm or chilled, depending on your texture preference.
- Adjust the amount of sea salt topping according to your taste preference.
- You can use homemade pie crust for a more rustic flavor and texture.
