Classic Honey Pie

If you’re looking for a delightful dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious, you have to try this Classic Honey Pie. It’s the perfect balance of creamy, sweet custard with a subtle honey flavor that pairs wonderfully with the flaky, buttery pie crust. Let’s dive into the recipe and see how you can whip up this comforting treat.

Ingredients:

• Crust:
  • Homemade pie crust or store-bought refrigerated pie dough.
• Filling:
  • 2 cups (480 ml) milk
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup (170 g) pure honey
  • ⅓ cup (73 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • ⅓ cup (79 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
• Garnishes (Optional):
  • Whipped cream
  • Extra honey

Directions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   Start by preparing your pie crust according to your chosen recipe and chill it for at least one hour. If using store-bought refrigerated pie dough, this step can be skipped. You will only need half the dough, so freeze the remaining half for future use.
2. Preheat and Prep:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Carefully place it into the dish, trim the excess dough, and flute the edges with your fingertips. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork, line it with parchment paper, and fill it with pie weights.
3. Blind Bake the Crust:
   Bake the crust for 20 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment, then bake for another 8 minutes. The crust should be partially baked and golden.
4. Prepare the Filling:
   In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium-low heat until steaming. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, honey, both sugars, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually drizzle the steaming milk mixture into the egg mixture while continuously whisking to prevent curdling.
5. Thicken the Custard:
   Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until the custard thickens and coats the spoon, which should take about 8 minutes.
6. Final Bake:
   Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into the warm pie crust. Bake for an additional 12-15 minutes until the edges are set, but the center is still jiggly.
7. Cool and Serve:
   Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack for about 2 hours. Slice and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, top with whipped cream and a drizzle of honey for a finishing touch.

Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Calories per Serving: 420
Servings: 8

This Classic Honey Pie will impress your guests with its silky, sweet filling and gorgeous presentation. Enjoy this delightful dessert with your loved ones!