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A tasty, almost no bake treat this Butterscotch Pie uses simple ingredients and comes out silky smoothe.

IngredientQuantity
All-purpose flour1¼ cups
Cold, cubed unsalted butter½ cup
White sugar1 teaspoon
Water¼ to ⅓ cup
Salt½ teaspoon

Filling and Meringue Ingredients:

IngredientQuantity
Large egg yolks2
Large egg1
Brown sugar1 cup
All-purpose flour1 tablespoon
Vanilla extract2 teaspoons
Salted butter1 tablespoon
Whole milk1¼ cups
White sugar1 cup
Large egg whites4
Cream of tartar½ teaspoon
Orange extract2 teaspoons
SaltPinch

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Crust:
    • Combine flour, butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly.
    • Gradually add water until dough comes together.
    • Chill dough for 30 minutes.
    • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Roll out dough, place in pie dish, and blind bake for 12-15 minutes.
  2. Make the Butterscotch Filling:
    • Combine brown sugar, flour, and milk in a saucepan.
    • Cook until thickened, then whisk in egg mixture.
    • Stir in vanilla and butter.
    • Pour into cooled pie crust.
  3. Prepare the Meringue:
    • Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
    • Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
    • Stir in orange extract, vanilla, and salt.
  4. Assemble and Bake:
    • Spread meringue over butterscotch filling.
    • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
    • Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.

Enjoy your homemade butterscotch pie!

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