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Close-up of a classic Maple Butter Pie with glossy filling and a crisp golden crust.

Classic Maple Butter Pie


  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A flaky, buttery crust filled with a velvety maple custard that marries the nostalgia of chess pie and honey pie into a cozy homemade dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 35 tablespoons ice water
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

  • Instructions

    1. Whisk flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

    2. Cut cold butter into the flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

    3. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until dough just comes together.

    4. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.

    5. On a floured surface, roll dough into a 12-inch circle and fit into a 9-inch pie pan.

    6. Trim and crimp edges, then chill for 20 minutes.

    7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

    8. Line crust with parchment and fill with weights; bake 15 minutes.

    9. Remove weights and parchment, bake 5–7 minutes more until lightly golden.

    10. Reduce oven to 350°F (175°C).

    11. Whisk melted butter, maple syrup, and brown sugar until smooth.

    12. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in cream, vanilla, and salt.

    13. Pour filling into pre-baked crust and tap to release air pockets.

    14. Bake 40–45 minutes until center wobbles slightly.

    15. Cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 45 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 slice

    Keywords: maple butter pie, butter pie, chess pie, honey pie, pie dough recipe, fall dessert, homemade pie