Mrs. Whitmeyer'S Shoofly Pie Recipe

Name: Mrs. Whitmeyer'S Shoofly Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (9 inch) pie crusts; 1 cup flour; 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed; 2 -3 tablespoons salted butter, at a cool room temperature; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/2 cup corn syrup (originally molasses and corn syrup together was 1 cup Ole Barrel Syrup, available in PA Dutch area); 1 large egg, beaten; 1 cup very hot water; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon baking soda

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a 9-inch glass or ceramic pie plate with the unbaked pie dough/shell.
2
Use two forks or your clean fingers to combine the flour, brown sugar and butter in a mixing bowl, forming a crumbly mix. Reserve 1/2 cup of this mixture in a separate small bowl.
3
Whisk together the molasses and syrup, egg, 3/4 cup of the hot water and the vanilla extract in a medium bowl until well blended, then add to the crumbly mix in the mixing bowl.
4
Stir the baking soda into the remaining 1/4 cup of hot water until it has dissolved, then quickly stir that mixture into the bowl to form a rich filling. Pour into the pie shell.
5
Scatter the reserved crumbly mix evenly over the surface. Bake for 5 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 375 degrees. Bake for 40 minutes or until the pie is just set.
6
Cool almost completely before serving.

690

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (9 inch) pie crusts, 1 cup flour, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed, 2 -3 tablespoons salted butter, at a cool room temperature, and more.

Yes, Mrs. Whitmeyer'S Shoofly Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mrs. Whitmeyer'S Shoofly Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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