Pennsylvania Dutch Shoofly Pie
Indulge in the rich, old-fashioned charm of Pennsylvania Dutch Shoofly Pie, a beloved classic with roots in traditional Amish and Mennonite baking. This dessert features a luscious molasses filling with hints of vanilla, perfectly balanced by a buttery, crumbly topping baked in a flaky 9-inch pie crust. The combination of sweet molasses and caramel-like brown sugar creates a deeply flavorful treat, while the crumb topping adds a delightful texture contrast. This easy-to-make pie is prepared in just 15 minutes and bakes to perfection in 40, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Serve this heritage-inspired dessert at room temperature and savor its old-world elegance with every bite. Perfect for fans of unique pies, this Shoofly Pie recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece 9-inch unbaked pie crust
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Light brown sugar
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cups Molasses
- 0.75 cups Hot water
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 piece Large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the unbaked 9-inch pie crust into a pie pan and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour and light brown sugar.
Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the molasses, hot water, and baking soda until fully combined.
Add the beaten egg and vanilla extract into the molasses mixture, stirring until smooth.
Pour the molasses filling into the prepared crust.
Evenly sprinkle the crumb mixture over the top of the molasses filling.
Place the pie in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Slice and serve the Shoofly Pie at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 201 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 495 mg | 11% | |
*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.
