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Canadian Sugar Pie Recipe
Overview:
Canadian Sugar Pie, a cherished dessert almost as old as Canada itself, brings together simple ingredients to create a rich and indulgent treat. This recipe, passed down from Madam Benoit’s grand’mere, captures the essence of tradition and culinary heritage.
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup butter, chilled and cubed
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9-inch pie plate with pastry crust.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a small bowl, stir together the baking soda and vanilla extract with the maple syrup.
- Pour the maple syrup mixture into the unbaked pastry crust.
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Make the Crumb Topping:
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, dark brown sugar, nutmeg, and chilled butter.
- Use your fingertips to blend the ingredients until the mixture becomes crumbly.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Spread the crumb topping evenly over the maple syrup mixture in the pie crust.
- To prevent spills, place a piece of foil under the pie plate before baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely. Sugar Pie is traditionally enjoyed cold, so refrigerate before serving for the best flavor.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve the Canadian Sugar Pie cold, savoring each bite of its rich, maple-infused filling and buttery crumb topping.
Recipe Notes:
- Recipe Source: The Canadiana Cookbook by Mme. Jehane Benoit.
- Nutritional Information: (Per Serving)
- Calories: 1000.1
- Total Fat: 30.8g
- Saturated Fat: 13.5g
- Cholesterol: 40.6mg
- Sodium: 532.9mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 179g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.5g
- Sugars: 125g
- Protein: 6.2g
This Canadian Sugar Pie recipe offers a delightful balance of sweetness and rich flavor, perfect for any dessert occasion. Embrace tradition with each delicious slice!