Description
Salted Honey Pie is a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. With its luscious custard filling infused with honey and a hint of sea salt, this pie is not only comforting but also offers a modern twist on a classic favorite. Easy to prepare without the need for pre-baking the crust, it’s great for family dinners or festive gatherings. Each slice delivers a creamy texture and rich caramel notes, topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for added flair. Impress your guests with this unique dessert that speaks to both tradition and innovation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (refrigerated or homemade)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Chill the pie crust in an 8-inch deep dish or a 9-inch pan.
- In a medium saucepan, mix heavy cream, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt over medium heat until boiling.
- Temper the egg yolks by gradually adding the hot cream mixture while whisking continuously.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan, stir in honey and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the custard into the chilled crust and bake at 375°F for 40-45 minutes until slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating until fully chilled.
- Before serving, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 125mg