Description
Best Vinegar Pie is the kind of old-fashioned dessert that turns a few simple pantry staples into something unexpectedly special. With its flaky crust, silky custard-like center, and delicately golden top, this easy recipe delivers cozy homemade flavor in every bite. It’s perfect when you need easy dessert ideas, vintage pie recipes, holiday baking inspiration, or comforting food ideas that feel both classic and memorable. Whether you’re looking for a simple dessert, an easy recipe for family gatherings, or a nostalgic treat to add to your baking list, this pie is a beautiful choice.
Ingredients
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup hot water
1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting, optional
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges if desired. Chill while preparing the filling.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground nutmeg, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, melted butter, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract, and hot water. Whisk until the filling is smooth and fully combined.
4. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
5. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is mostly set with a slight jiggle.
6. Remove from the oven and let the pie cool completely before slicing.
7. Dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
Avoid overbaking the pie, because the center continues to set as it cools and too much oven time can make the filling lose its soft, silky texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 336
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg