{"id":13165,"date":"2026-04-28T08:56:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T08:56:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/?p=13165"},"modified":"2026-04-28T08:56:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T08:56:18","slug":"butterscotch-heaven-pie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/2026\/04\/28\/butterscotch-heaven-pie\/","title":{"rendered":"Butterscotch Heaven Pie"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduction<br>This rich and indulgent dessert combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a smooth butterscotch filling, topped with fluffy whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel. It\u2019s creamy, sweet, and perfect for special occasions or when you want a show-stopping treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the crust<br>1 1\/2 cups graham cracker crumbs<br>6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted<br>1\/3 cup granulated sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the filling<br>1 cup brown sugar<br>1\/4 cup cornstarch<br>1\/2 teaspoon salt<br>2 1\/2 cups milk<br>3 egg yolks<br>2 tablespoons butter<br>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the topping<br>1 1\/2 cups heavy whipping cream<br>3 tablespoons powdered sugar<br>1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract<br>Caramel or butterscotch sauce for drizzle<br>Crushed toffee or nuts (optional)<br>Maraschino cherry (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instructions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make the crust<br>Preheat oven to 180\u00b0C<br>Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar<br>Press mixture into a pie dish<br>Bake for 8\u201310 minutes, then let cool completely<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prepare the filling<br>In a saucepan, whisk brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt<br>Gradually add milk while whisking<br>Cook over medium heat until thickened<br>In a bowl, whisk egg yolks<br>Slowly add a bit of the hot mixture to temper the eggs<br>Pour back into the saucepan and cook 2\u20133 more minutes<br>Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla<br>Pour filling into the crust and smooth the top<br>Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until set<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make the topping<br>Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form<br>Spread or pipe over the chilled pie<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finish<br>Drizzle with caramel or butterscotch sauce<br>Sprinkle with crushed toffee or nuts<br>Top with a cherry if desired<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Method<br>The pie starts with a crisp, buttery crust, followed by a cooked butterscotch custard filling that sets in the fridge. It\u2019s finished with light whipped cream and a rich drizzle for contrast in texture and flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Benefits<br>Rich and satisfying dessert<br>Great for celebrations<br>Balanced textures: crunchy, creamy, and smooth<br>Customizable toppings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nutrition<br>Calories: about 450\u2013550 per slice<br>Fat: 25\u201330 g<br>Carbohydrates: 50\u201360 g<br>Protein: 5\u20137 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tips<br>Stir constantly when cooking the filling to avoid lumps<br>Let the pie chill fully for clean slices<br>Use dark brown sugar for deeper flavor<br>Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a salted caramel twist<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Conclusion<br>Butterscotch Heaven Pie is a luxurious dessert with layers of flavor and texture. Creamy, sweet, and slightly buttery, it\u2019s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that looks as good as it tastes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IntroductionThis rich and indulgent dessert combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a smooth butterscotch filling, topped with fluffy whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel. It\u2019s creamy, sweet, and perfect for special occasions or when you want a show-stopping treat. 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