This old-fashioned buttermilk pie is wonderful to freeze and to have on hand for unexpected guests! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Beat eggs until frothy. Add sugar, butter, and flour and beat until smooth. Stir in buttermilk, lemon juice, vanilla, and nutmeg. Pour into pie shell. Bake until center is firm, 40 to 60 minutes.
Buttermilk pie is one of the easiest, most irresistible pie recipes to make for Thanksgiving. Par-bake a perfect pie crust, then whisk together a simple filling of butter, eggs, sugar, flour, and buttermilk (in just one bowl). The pie bakes into a luscious, custard-like filling, with a layer of crunchy, caramelized sugar on top.
Buttermilk – Buttermilk is the fermented liquid left over when butter is churned into cream. Tangy and slightly sour, buttermilk punches up the flavor in this pie. Vanilla – A hint of vanilla extract adds a nice touch of subtle flavor to the custard filling. Nutmeg – A classic fall flavoring, ground nutmeg provides just the right amount of spice.
It’s easy to see why buttermilk pie is so popular. This creamy comfort food tastes a bit like creme brulee with its rich, gooey center and crackly sugar top. Buttermilk pie may be a classic southern dessert, but it’s actually an English import.