Dolly Parton’s Butterscotch Pie is a classic dessert that blends the rich, sweet flavor of butterscotch with a creamy filling. Here’s a recipe to make your own!
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup of sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick) of melted butter
For the filling:
- 1 cup of brown sugar (packed)
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- ½ cup of whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup of cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
For the topping:
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
- Make the crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until lightly golden. Set aside to cool.
- Make the filling:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, whole milk, egg yolks, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butter. Mix until the butter is fully melted and the filling is smooth.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until the pie is fully set.
- Serve:
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, if desired.
- Slice and enjoy!
This pie has a sweet, rich flavor and a creamy, velvety texture—perfect for a comforting dessert!