Irresistibly Creamy Salted Honey Pie: Perfect Blend of Sweet and Salty
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 350kcal
Salted Honey Pie: A culinary delight balancing sweet and salty flavors with a creamy custard filling in a flaky crust.
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Equipment
- Oven
- saucepan
- mixing bowl
- Pie Dish
Ingredients
For the Custard Filling
- 2 cups Heavy Cream Use full-fat for best results.
- ¾ cup Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar provides a richer taste.
- ½ cup Honey Local honey enhances flavor.
- 4 large Egg Yolks Use fresh for best flavor.
For the Pie Crust
- 1 batch Flaky Butter Pie Crust Homemade is best, but store-bought works too.
For Garnish
- 1 pinch Sea Salt Use high-quality flaky sea salt for a gourmet finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the flaky butter pie crust by fitting it into your pie dish and pre-bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Heat the heavy cream and brown sugar over medium heat until simmering, then whisk in honey.
- Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl until pale, then temper with warm cream mixture before combining.
- Pour the mixture into the pre-baked crust and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set.
- Cool the pie completely for at least 2 hours, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra touch of elegance. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze for 1 month.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg