Pies and Tarts
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 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.
More Old-Fashioned Southern Pies
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
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together all ingredients until mixed well.
- 3
Pour into prepared pie crust.
- 4
Bake for 25 minutes.
Notes
Let pie cool completely before slicing. Tastes best served at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition
- Calories382 kcal






