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Vinegar Pie

Vinegar Pie is an old-fashioned pie recipe that makes the perfect ending to any southern meal. Dating back to the

  • Serves 8
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Cook 25 minutes

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Vinegar Pie

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Vinegar Pie is an old-fashioned pie recipe that makes the perfect ending to any southern meal. Dating back to the mid-19th century, this custard-based pie is flavored with a little apple cider vinegar.

The name may not sound very enticing, but this is one deliciously sweet pie with a creamy texture and a little tang. Similar to a buttermilk pie or chess pie. The acidity from the vinegar actually makes the pie taste a little like lemon pie. In fact, Vinegar Pie is sometimes referred to as the poor man’s lemon pie. One bite and it is sure to become a favorite.

Pies are one of my favorite desserts. You just can’t beat a buttery crust. You can use either a refrigerated pie crust or a homemade pie crust for this pie. The filling is a simple mixture of eggs, butter, apple cider vinegar, a little flour for thickening, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.  All ingredients that you are likely to already have on hand. Everything gets mixed together in a large bowl and then poured onto the pie crust and baked for 25 minutes. It really couldn’t be easier.

Vinegar Pie Recipe Tips:

Let the pie cool completely before slicing. I think it tastes best either served chilled or at room temperature. Leftovers should be refrigerated.

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Recipe

Vinegar Pie

Vinegar Pie is an old-fashioned pie recipe that makes the perfect ending to any southern meal. Dating back to the mid-19th century, this custard-based pie is flavored with a little apple cider vinegar.

  • Serves 8
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Cook 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, (melted)
  • 2 tablespoons cider cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust ((use homemade pie crust or a refrigerated pie crust))

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together all ingredients until mixed well.

  3. 3

    Pour into prepared pie crust.

  4. 4

    Bake for 25 minutes.

Notes

Let pie cool completely before slicing. Tastes best served at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition

  • Calories382 kcal