Old Fashioned Butterscotch Pie (Heritage Recipe)

Name: Old Fashioned Butterscotch Pie (Heritage Recipe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) brown sugar; 3 tbsp (45 ml) water; 3 cups (700 ml) milk; 7 tbsp (100 ml) flour; 3 egg yolks; 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter; 3/4 tsp (4 ml) vanilla; 1 lightly baked pie crust (10 minutes); 3 egg whites; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt; 6 tbsp (90 ml) sugar; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) vanilla; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) almond extract

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cups (350 ml) brown sugar
3 tbsp (45 ml) water
3 cups (700 ml) milk
7 tbsp (100 ml) flour
3 egg yolks
4 tbsp (60 ml) butter
3/4 tsp (4 ml) vanilla
1 lightly baked pie crust (10 minutes)
3 egg whites
1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
6 tbsp (90 ml) sugar
1/2 tsp (2 ml) vanilla
1/2 tsp (2 ml) almond extract

1
Cook the brown sugar and water together until a syrup is formed.
2
Put in the top of a double boiler and place over boiling water.
3
Add some of the cold milk to the flour until it makes a thin smooth paste.
4
Combine the beaten egg yolks with the remainder of the milk.
5
Then add these two mixtures, one at a time to the syrup, stirring constantly.
6
Let cook over a surface burner, stirring until it has thickened and is smooth.
7
Add the butter and flavoring last.
8
When the mixture has become thickened, put it in the pastry shell and cover with the meringue.
9
Add the salt to the egg whites and beat until stiff.
10
Fold the sugar gradually into them and add the flavoring.
11
Spread this meringue on the top of the filling and place in the oven at 300 degrees (150 C.) for 20 mintues, the meringue will be golden and the egg whites done.

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* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) brown sugar, 3 tbsp (45 ml) water, 3 cups (700 ml) milk, 7 tbsp (100 ml) flour, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned Butterscotch Pie (Heritage Recipe) 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!