Vermont Maple Sugar Pie Recipe 🥧
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories per Serving: 359.5
Description:
Indulge in the sweet essence of Vermont with this delightful Maple Sugar Pie recipe. Perfect for dessert, potlucks, or special occasions like Christmas and Thanksgiving, this pie captures the essence of comfort and warmth. With a flaky crust and a rich filling infused with maple syrup, every bite is a taste of heaven.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons vegetable shortening
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 egg yolk
- 3/4 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Pinch of salt
- Ice cream or whipped cream, for serving
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crust:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt using a fork.
- Cut in the vegetable shortening using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a small bowl, beat together the water, egg yolk, and apple cider vinegar.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the flour mixture and quickly mix with a fork until a sticky dough forms.
- Shape the dough into a disc using your hands and wrap it in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour to firm it up.
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Roll out the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle, about 1/8 inch thick.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a 9-inch pie dish, gently pressing it into the bottom and sides.
- Trim any excess dough, leaving about 1 inch over the edge of the pan.
- Fold the edges under and crimp them with your fingers to create a decorative border.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes to prevent shrinking during baking.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, melted butter, dark brown sugar, fresh lemon juice, all-purpose flour, pure vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the prepared filling into the chilled pie crust.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature on a wire rack before serving.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve slices of Vermont Maple Sugar Pie with a dollop of ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of maple syrup and brown sugar in every delightful bite!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 359.5 per serving
- Fat Content: 15.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 113.2mg
- Sodium Content: 147.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 52.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 35.2g
- Protein Content: 4.6g
Indulge in the flavors of Vermont with this irresistible Maple Sugar Pie recipe. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a comforting dessert, this pie is sure to delight your taste buds and warm your heart. Enjoy the sweetness of maple syrup in every blissful bite! 🍁
