Vinegar Pie Recipe

You'd never guess this humble vinegar pie would be such a crowd-pleaser. Created during the Great Depression, when rations were limited, this vinegar pie is simple, sweet, a little bit tangy and oh-so-delicious.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 1 5

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 315kcal

Author: Carolyn Thomas

Cost: varies

Equipment

9" Pie Plate
Rolling Pin
parchment paper
Pie Weights or dry beans
Large Mixing Bowl
Whisk

Ingredients

1 Pie Crust grab my pie crust recipe here
4 large eggs room temperature
1 cup brown sugar packed
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract make your own homemade vanilla extract
6 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled
2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar make homemade apple scrap vinegar
optional ingredients lemon or orange zest, maple syrup or honey
dollop whipped cream optional topping
dash nutmeg optional topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Roll pie crust into a circle 1⁄8” thick. Place into a 9” pie plate, gently fit into sides, then trim edges of crust to leave the desired overhang and pinch or fold crust edge as desired.
Line pie crust with parchment paper or a coffee filter, then pour in baking weights or beans.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove weights and prick the bottom of the crust with a fork before returning it to the oven for an additional 15 minutes. The crust should look pale and dry. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla.
Once those are combined, drizzle in melted butter and vinegar and whisk vigorously until the mixture is frothy and even.
Pour the filling into the crust and bake for approximately 35 minutes, until the pie is set but still jiggles in the middle. The filling should puff up in the oven and brown significantly. As the pie cools, it will flatten.
Cool the pie completely before serving. Serve cold or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream and a dusting of nutmeg.

Notes

* Nutrition facts do not include optional topping of whipped cream and nutmeg.

How to Serve Vinegar Pie

Vinegar pie is simple and delicious to serve, just as it is. If you have other ingredients on hand, you can add a special twist. Here are some ideas for serving this versatile pie.

Topping	Flavor Profile	Best For
Whipped Cream	Light and creamy	Balancing tangy flavors
Fresh Fruit	Juicy and sweet	Adding freshness
Caramel Sauce	Rich and sweet	Contrasting flavors
Powdered Sugar	Light sweetness	Visual appeal
Chopped Nuts	Crunchy and nutty	Adding texture

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