Best Southern Pie Ever
A classic Southern buttermilk pie with a silky custard center, a caramelized top, and a hint of nutmeg. Simple ingredients, minimal prep, and irresistibly rich flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- A pinch of salt
- 1 stick ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Freshly grated nutmeg for topping
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
Instructions
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Whisk together buttermilk, sugar, eggs, flour, salt, melted butter, and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into an unbaked 9-inch pie shell and smooth the surface.
- Sprinkle with nutmeg. Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 45 more minutes until golden with a slight jiggle.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing to allow it to firm up.