Good Ol Grits Pie
Indulge in Southern comfort with this irresistibly creamy and nostalgic Good Ol' Grits Pie. This unique dessert turns a pantry staple—quick-cooking grits—into a silky, custard-like filling that’s perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Encased in a buttery 9-inch pie crust and sweetened with a touch of granulated sugar, this pie is simple yet full of heartwarming flavor. Whether you serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon, this soul-soothing pie is sure to become a family favorite. With just 20 minutes of prep and a golden 40-minute bake, it’s the ultimate dessert for cozy gatherings or a sweet everyday treat. Perfect for lovers of classic Southern cuisine, this recipe is a delightful cross between a custard pie and a tribute to down-home cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch crust Pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Quick-cooking grits
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 3 large Eggs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, water, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
In a small bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Slowly whisk the eggs into the grits mixture a little at a time to avoid scrambling them.
Pour the grits mixture into the prepared pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the pie is set and the top is lightly golden.
Allow the pie to cool to room temperature before slicing and serving. Optionally, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 132 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
