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Hillbilly Pie (Poor Mans Pie) Recipe

Hillbilly Pie (Poor Mans Pie) Recipe


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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Hillbilly pie delivers comfort through layers of simple, hearty ingredients that celebrate rustic Southern cooking traditions. Warm, flaky pastry hugs a rich filling, promising delicious memories with each comforting bite you’ll savor.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces (340 grams) fruit pie filling
  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
  • 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
  • 1 cup (120 grams) self-rising flour

Dairy and Fat:

  • 1 stick (113 grams) butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Warm the oven to 350F (175C), preparing a foundational environment for the pie’s transformation.
  2. Position the butter stick directly into an 8×8 casserole dish, allowing it to liquify while the oven heats.
  3. Craft a silky batter by thoroughly blending self-rising flour, sugar, and milk until achieving a uniformly smooth consistency.
  4. Extract the casserole dish with its molten butter, then delicately cascade the flour mixture across the melted foundation.
  5. Carefully distribute fruit pie filling atop the batter, maintaining a gentle touch and resisting any urge to stir or mix layers.
  6. Transfer the prepared dish into the preheated oven, allowing the pie to bake approximately 30-35 minutes until the surface transforms into a golden, effervescent landscape.
  7. After removing from the oven, permit the pie to settle and cool for 10-15 minutes, enabling structural integrity and enhanced flavor development.
  8. Serve the pie warm or at ambient temperature, embracing its rustic, comforting essence.

Notes

  • Melting butter directly in the baking dish creates a crispy, golden crust that adds delightful texture and rich flavor to the pie.
  • Swap traditional pie filling with fresh or frozen berries, peaches, or apple compote to customize the dessert according to seasonal availability or personal preference.
  • Replace self-rising flour with a gluten-free alternative like almond or coconut flour mixed with baking powder to make the recipe suitable for those with wheat sensitivities.
  • Enhance the pie’s appeal by topping with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to elevate its rustic charm and provide an extra layer of indulgence.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 275 kcal
  • Sugar: 26 g
  • Sodium: 230 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg