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Sweet & Salty Salted Whiskey Honey Pie

A cozy dessert that combines the rich flavors of browned butter, honey, and a hint of whiskey, topped with flaky sea salt. This pie is perfect for sharing and a delightful addition to any family gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 9-inch Unbaked Pie Crust
For the filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted and browned
  • 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 3 tablespoons Whiskey
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 2 tablespoons White Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • to taste Flaky Sea Salt For topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the pie crust by trimming the edges and crimping as desired, then chill it in the fridge.
  3. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it is lightly browned and let it cool.
  4. Mix the cornmeal, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
  5. Combine the browned butter with the dry mixture, stirring to coat evenly.
  6. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously after each addition.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, whiskey, honey, vinegar, and vanilla until fully incorporated.
  8. Pour the filling into the chilled pie crust, smoothing out the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are golden and the center has a slight wobble.
  2. Cool completely before serving and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Notes

Serve at room temperature or lightly chilled. A small dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream pairs well, but the pie is delightful on its own. Use a warm knife when slicing for better-looking pieces.