Best 2 Authentic Shoo Fly Pie Straight From Lancaster Co Recipes

In the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Lancaster County stands as the epicenter of authentic Shoo Fly Pie. This classic dessert, deeply rooted in the region's culinary heritage, is an extraordinary combination of simple ingredients and intricate flavors. Through generations, families have passed down their cherished recipes, creating a legacy of delectable pies that capture the essence of Lancaster County. Embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind this iconic pie, uncovering the perfect balance of molasses, spices, and crust that makes it a true masterpiece.

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AUTHENTIC SHOO FLY PIE (STRAIGHT FROM LANCASTER CO.)

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Born, raised & still residing in Lancaster County Amish/PA Dutch Country this is as authentic as it gets. This recipe is from the Mennonite Community Cookbook that's older than me & given to me by my mother. I saw a few other versions posted, but none were like this one. You could use 9 inch pre-pared pie crust but for the real deal you may want to start from scratch (see my recipe #163245 for the crust that goes with).

Provided by Sherie717

Categories Pie

Time 45m

Yield 1 pie

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3/4 cup dark molasses (sorghum or dark Karo)
3/4 cup boiling water
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups flour
1/4 cup shortening or 1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 (9 inch) pastry dough

Steps:

Dissolve baking soda in hot water and add molasses.
Combine sugar and flour and rub in shortening to make crumbs.
Pour 1/3 of the liquid into an unbaked crust.
Add 1/3 of the crumb mixture.
Continue alternating layers, ending with crumbs on top.
Bake at 375 for approximately 35 minutes.

PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH SHOO FLY PIE

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Make and share this Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories Pie

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 (9 inch) pie crusts
1/2 cup molasses
1 egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup boiling water
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

Line 9-inch pie plate with pastry.
Mix molasses and egg yolk.
Dissolve soda in boiling water and add to egg and molasses.
Set aside.
Stir dry ingredients together, mixing well.
Cut in shortening until mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
Pour molasses into pie shell.
Sprinkle crumbs evenly over top.
Do not stir.
Bake at 450 degrees F. 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F. and bake 20 minutes longer.
Cool and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.7, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 303.6, Carbohydrate 48.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 25, Protein 2.9

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor.
Don't overmix the batter, or the pie will be tough.
Bake the pie in a preheated oven to ensure that it cooks evenly.
Let the pie cool completely before serving, so that the filling has time to set.
Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream for a delicious dessert.

Conclusion:

Authentic shoo-fly pie is a classic American dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet and molasses-y filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit at any gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give shoo-fly pie a try.

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