Montgomery Pie

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Tasty Montgomery Pie for your dessert cravings
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Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie
Bottom Layer :
1/2 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup molasses
1 egg
1 cup water
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
Top Layer :
2/3 cup white sugar
1/4 cup butter , room temperature
1 egg , beaten
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup buttermilk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
457
Sugar
51g
Fat
16g
Montgomery Pie is a traditional dessert that originated from Pennsylvania. It was named after the town of Montgomery and became popular in the 1800s. The pie has two layers, the bottom layer is a tangy and sweet lemon custard-like filling made with molasses, lemon juice, and zest, while the top layer is a buttery and fluffy cake-like texture. This dessert is an excellent option for any occasion, and it is easy to prepare and bake. Montgomery Pie is similar to a shoofly pie or chess pie, but it has a unique combination of flavors that make it stand out from other pies. This recipe serves 8 people.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Roll out the pie dough, and press it into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish. Trim the edges and prick the bottom with a fork. Set aside.
3.In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together white sugar, flour, molasses, egg, water, lemon juice, and lemon zest for the bottom layer. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, and is bubbling for 3-5 mins. Pour it into the pie crust.
4.In a large mixing bowl, cream together white sugar and butter for the top layer. Beat in egg and flour, and mix in baking soda and buttermilk. Spread the mixture over the pie, leaving a small gap around the edges.
5.Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the pie to cool before slicing.

PROS

Montgomery Pie has a delicious balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
The buttery and flaky crust along with the molasses and lemon custard-like filling will satisfy your dessert cravings.

This pie can be served at room temperature or slightly warmed up and pairs well with your favorite scoop of ice cream.

CONS

Montgomery Pie has a high sugar and calorie content, and overconsumption should be avoided as part of a balanced diet.

If you have any dietary restrictions, please avoid this recipe as it contains flour, egg, and dairy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Montgomery Pie is not particularly healthy, but it contains molasses and lemon juice, which have small amounts of vitamins and minerals.
Molasses is a source of iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B6. Lemon juice is a source of vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant and helps the body absorb iron from food.

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