Maple Sugar Cream Pie

Maple Sugar Cream Pie

Oh my gosh, guys, if you’re looking for a silky smooth, decadent dessert with a flavor so rich and delicious it’ll have you begging for more, this is the recipe for you. While we all know and love the classic cream pies – banana and coconut = crowd favorites – we’ve got a different one for you today that we can easily see overthrowing the traditional faves. Embracing a slightly more autumnal flavor, this is a maple sugar cream pie, and WOW is it good.

In case you haven’t made a cream pie from scratch before, don’t worry, it’s super easy. While some cream pies require making a thick, egg-based custard in a double-boiler, we make our cream filling without eggs, so there’s no need to fear accidentally scrambling your filling mixture and having to start over. Nope, it’s all easy-peasy over here. Now, to get that intense maple flavor you need two things: maple syrup and maple extract.

Maple syrup is really the key here, as you can easily swap in vanilla extract if you can’t find maple extract. Together though, these two knock the flavor out of the park and leave you with a thick filling that is sumptuous and delectable.

Since we used a store-bought crust for our version (though you’re welcome to make your own), making this was a breeze. The filling comes together in under 10 minutes, so if you do end up buying a crust, you can have this dessert ready in no time! Top everything off with a sugar-cinnamon dusting and you’re in business. This pie is an instant classic – try it out and see for yourself!

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Maple Sugar Cream Pie

Maple sugar cream pie is a delightful and rich dessert with a smooth, creamy filling that has the distinct flavor of maple. Here’s a recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the Maple Sugar Filling:

• 1 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup maple sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

For the Pie Crust:

1. Prepare the Crust: a. In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Pulse to mix. b. Add the cold butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. c. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, pulsing until the dough comes together.
2. Form the Crust: a. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a disk. b. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Roll Out and Line Pie Pan: Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan. Trim the excess and crimp the edges. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.

For the Maple Sugar Filling:

4. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
5. Prepare the Filling: a. In a saucepan, heat the maple syrup until it just starts to boil. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes. b. In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, maple sugar, flour, and salt. c. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour in the warm maple syrup while whisking continuously. d. Add the cream mixture, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
6. Fill the Pie Shell: Pour the maple sugar filling into the prepared pie crust.
7. Bake: Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve at room temperature and enjoy!

This maple sugar cream pie is a wonderful treat, especially for those who love the rich, distinct flavor of maple.