| Component | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| Crust | 1 unbaked pie crust (homemade or store-bought) |
| Filling | 1 cup molasses ¾ cup hot water 1 large egg, beaten ¾ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt |
| Topping | 1¼ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup packed brown sugar 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter (cut into small pieces) ½ tsp cinnamon |
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400ºF.
(Optional: Par-bake the pie crust for 10–12 minutes. Let it cool before adding the filling.) - Make the filling:
In a large bowl, whisk together molasses and hot water. Stir in baking soda and salt. Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in the beaten egg while stirring constantly to avoid curdling. Pour into the cooled crust. - Prepare the topping:
In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs or small pebbles. Generously sprinkle the topping over the molasses mixture—it’s okay if it covers the entire surface. - Bake:
Bake at 400ºF for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350ºF and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until the filling is set
