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5 from 14 votes

Vinegar Pie

Sweet, smooth and custardy, this Vinegar Pie is a surprise on a plate! It's so good you won't believe that vinegar is a key ingredient!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Cooling Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 397kcal
Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, but not hot
  • 1 9 inch deep dish pie crust

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F. Set rack to middle position.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together both sugars, flour, salt, vanilla, and vinegar until evenly mixed.
  • Whisk in eggs until mixture is smooth and homogenous.
  • Vigorously whisk in melted butter. Mixture should look smooth and blonde.
  • Pour mixture into unbaked pie crust. Bake until a thin brown crust develops on top and center jiggles only slightly when shaken, about 35-40 minutes.
  • Remove pie from oven and let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Serve room temperature or chilled.

Notes

  • Strain for Smoothness: After whisking your filling, take a second to strain it through a fine-mesh sieve. This ensures your pie filling is silky smooth, free from any little clumps that might have snuck in.
  • Bake Until It's Just Set: Keep a close eye on your pie as it bakes. You're aiming for a filling that's just set – it should jiggle slightly in the center when you give the pan a gentle shake. Overbaking can lead to a cracked surface and affect the creamy texture.
  • Chill for Perfect Slicing: Let your apple cider vinegar pie cool completely before slicing. This allows the filling to set properly, giving you clean, beautiful slices.
  • Room Temp Ingredients: Make sure your eggs and butter are at room temperature before you start. This helps them blend more seamlessly into the filling, contributing to an even, consistent texture.
  • Watch the Crust: If you notice the edges of the crust browning too quickly as it bakes, gently cover them with strips of aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.

Nutrition

Serving: 8 slices | Calories: 397kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 284mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 381IU | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg