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Salted Honey Pie: A Golden, Sweet-Salty Southern Classic

Classic Southern honey pie with a flaky crust, silky honey custard, and a touch of sea salt for the perfect sweet-salty balance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 eggs large
  • 1/2 cup honey light or clover
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt plus extra for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Pie pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan.
  2. Whisk together melted butter, sugar, honey, and heavy cream until smooth.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and sea salt.
  4. Pour mixture into pie crust and smooth the top.
  5. Bake 35–40 minutes until custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  7. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt before serving. Optionally drizzle extra honey or top with whipped cream.

Notes

Avoid overbaking for silky custard; store covered in fridge for up to 3 days.