Description
Dolly Parton’s butterscotch pie is a Southern classic with a silky custard filling, rich butterscotch flavor, and a flaky pie crust. A nostalgic dessert that’s perfect for holidays and family gatherings.
Ingredients
1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups whole milk
3 large egg yolks, beaten
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
Whipped cream or meringue topping
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
2. Gradually stir in milk until smooth.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
4. Slowly whisk some hot mixture into beaten egg yolks, then return to pan.
5. Cook 2–3 minutes more, stirring continuously.
6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
7. Pour filling into pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
8. Chill for at least 2 hours.
9. Top with whipped cream or meringue before serving.
Notes
Best served chilled with fresh whipped cream.
For a stronger flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon.
This pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Sunday dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg