Indulge in a slice of nostalgia with this Old Fashioned Vinegar Pie, a cherished vintage dessert that transforms simple pantry staples into a sweet and tangy masterpiece. This classic pie recipe features a buttery, pre-made crust filled with a luscious egg-based custard flavored with apple cider vinegar, warm cinnamon, and nutmeg for a perfectly balanced blend of tartness and spice. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dessert is surprisingly easy to assemble yet boasts a rich, complex flavor that harkens back to simpler times. Perfectly golden and set after baking, this vinegar pie is an ideal choice for holiday gatherings or as a unique treat to share with friends and family. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim and crimp the edges as desired. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, flour, apple cider vinegar, and water. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter until fully melted. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Slowly add the slightly cooled vinegar mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Stir in vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula if needed.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before serving. The filling will firm up as it cools.
Slice and enjoy your Old Fashioned Vinegar Pie! Optionally, serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Calories |
2491 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
Saturated Fat | 36.5 g | 182% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
Sodium | 1128 mg | 49% | |
Total Carbohydrate | 347.4 g | 126% | |
Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
Total Sugars | 203.0 g | ||
Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
Potassium | 420 mg | 9% |
*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.