Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie

Indulge in a slice of nostalgia with this Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie, a classic dessert steeped in rich heritage and bold flavors. This traditional pie features a tender, buttery crumb topping layered over a luscious molasses filling, perfectly cradled in a flaky, golden crust. The marriage of simple ingredients, like brown sugar, molasses, and a hint of baking soda for lightness, creates a beautifully balanced sweetness with earthy depth. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make Shoo Fly Pie is perfect for showcasing authentic Pennsylvania Dutch baking at its finest. Serve it room temperature or chilled for a crowd-pleasing treat that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 cup Hot water
• 0.75 cup Molasses
• 1 large Egg
• 1 whole 9-inch unbaked pie crust

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and brown sugar.

Step 3

Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping.

Step 4

In a smaller bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the hot water, then whisk in the molasses and egg until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the molasses mixture into the remaining crumb mixture and stir until a smooth batter forms.

Step 6

Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges as desired.

Step 7

Pour the molasses batter into the prepared pie crust, then sprinkle the reserved crumb topping evenly over the top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the pie is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 9

Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving. Best enjoyed at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1323.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4408.2

Total Fat 176.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 477.9mg	0%
Sodium 2325.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 679.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 376.0g
Protein 44.6g	0%

Vitamin D 112.1IU	0%
Calcium 789.0mg	0%
Iron 28.9mg	0%
Potassium 4182.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.4%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 60.6%