Little House Vinegar Pie

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A tangy, old-fashioned Southern dessert with a rich, custard-like filling and a hint of nutmeg.
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This Little House Vinegar Pie is a nostalgic Southern classic that balances sweet and tart flavors in a rich, custard-like filling. The key ingredient, cider vinegar, provides a bright tang that cuts through the sweetness of brown and white sugar, creating a complex flavor profile reminiscent of lemon pie but with a deeper, more rustic character. Freshly grated nutmeg adds warmth and aroma, while the buttery crust offers a flaky contrast to the smooth, jellied center. It’s a comforting, no-fuss dessert perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy autumn evenings. Simple to make with pantry staples, this pie brings a touch of history and home-style charm to any table.

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Little House Vinegar Pie

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 706.6

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This Little House Vinegar Pie is a nostalgic Southern classic that balances sweet and tart flavors in a rich, custard-like filling. The key ingredient, cider vinegar, provides a bright tang that cuts through the sweetness of brown and white sugar, creating a complex flavor profile reminiscent of lemon pie but with a deeper, more rustic character. Freshly grated nutmeg adds warmth and aroma, while the buttery crust offers a flaky contrast to the smooth, jellied center. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting, no-fuss dessert perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy autumn evenings. Simple to make with pantry staples, this pie brings a touch of history and home-style charm to any table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ðF (200ðC).
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until smooth.
  4. In a separate small bowl, combine the white sugar, brown sugar, flour, and nutmeg. Blend with your fingers or a whisk until no lumps remain.
  5. Add the vinegar, melted butter, and water to the egg mixture and stir until well combined.
  6. Stir the sugar mixture into the wet ingredients and mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
  7. Pour the filling into the unbaked pie shell.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggly in the center.
  9. Remove from the oven and allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack until the filling firms up for slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 706.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.3g47%
Saturated Fat 11.8g60%
Cholesterol 125.5mg42%
Sodium 221.9mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 98.7g33%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g25%
Sugars 61.6g
Protein 7.9g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use freshly grated nutmeg for the best flavor, as pre-ground nutmeg can become stale quickly.

If you don't have cider vinegar, apple cider vinegar is the traditional choice, but white vinegar can work in a pinch, though it will lack the fruity depth.

The pie must cool completely to set properly. Cutting into it while warm may result in a runny filling.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

For a crispier crust, you can blind bake the pie shell for 10-15 minutes before adding the filling, but the recipe works well with a raw shell as the filling contains enough liquid to cook the crust thoroughly.

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