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Amish Sugar Cream Pie Recipe

Amish Sugar Cream Pie Recipe

Silky, vanilla-scented custard bakes in a flaky crust with a warm cinnamon finish. Simple ingredients, irresistibly creamy texture.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 33 minutes
Total Time: 53 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 9 oz refrigerated pie dough, unbaked fits a 9-inch pie plate
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 3.5 tbsp cornstarch
  • 0.25 tsp fine salt
  • 2.1 cup heavy cream room temperature if possible
  • 3.5 tbsp unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon for topping
  • 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg for topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 375°F and place a rack in the lower-middle position.
  • Fit the pie dough into a 9-inch pie plate, trim and crimp edges, and dock the bottom with a fork.
  • Chill the lined pie shell for 10 minutes to help prevent shrinkage.
  • Line the crust with parchment, fill with pie weights, and bake 12 minutes. Remove weights and bake 3 minutes more until just dry.
  • Whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  • Slowly whisk in the heavy cream until the mixture is smooth with no dry spots.
  • Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbling, 6–8 minutes.
  • Take off the heat and whisk in the butter and vanilla until glossy.
  • Pour the hot filling into the warm crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.
  • Dust the top evenly with cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Bake 15–18 minutes until the edges bubble slightly and the center has a gentle jiggle.
  • Cool on a rack until room temperature, then chill at least 2 hours to fully set before slicing.

Notes

For a maple twist, replace 2–3 tablespoons of the granulated sugar with pure maple syrup and reduce the cream slightly. For added crunch, sprinkle a light layer of sugar over the set pie and briefly torch it for a brulée-style finish. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; serve chilled or let stand 20 minutes for a softer texture.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Amish Sugar Cream Pie Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.