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Shoofly Pie

Shoofly Pie

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Shoofly Pie is a traditional Pennsylvania Dutch dessert. It features a rich molasses-based filling with a crumbly topping, often served with coffee for breakfast or as a sweet treat.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 9-inch pie crust, unbaked
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 1 1/2 cups boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the molasses, boiling water, and baking soda. Mix well and set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.
  4. Add the melted butter to the flour mixture and mix until crumbly.
  5. Pour the molasses mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
  6. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the molasses mixture.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown.
  8. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • For a softer pie, reduce the baking time slightly.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • This pie pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Pennsylvania Dutch
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 45g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg