Nannie’s Classic Buttermilk Pie

Nannie’s Buttermilk Pie is a timeless Southern dessert that never loses its charm. With a silky, custard-like filling and rich, comforting flavor, it’s a classic every dessert lover should experience. Below is a simple guide to making this beloved pie, along with clear steps to help it turn out just as wonderful as Nannie’s original.

Nannie’s Buttermilk Pie

Ingredients

Have all ingredients ready before you begin:

Ingredient	Amount
Sugar	1¾ cups
Unsalted butter, room temperature	1 stick (½ cup)
Large eggs	3
Vanilla extract	¼ tsp
Salt	A pinch
All-purpose flour	3 tbsp
Buttermilk	1 cup
Unbaked 9-inch pie shell	1

Instructions

Step 1: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until smooth and well blended.

Step 2: Add the Eggs
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to create a creamy, uniform mixture.

Step 3: Blend in Flavorings and Flour
Mix in the vanilla extract, salt, and flour, beating until fully incorporated.

Step 4: Stir in the Buttermilk
Slowly add the buttermilk, mixing until the filling is smooth and pourable.

Step 5: Prepare the Pie Shell
Place the unbaked pie shell on a foil-lined baking sheet to catch any drips during baking.

Step 6: Fill the Crust
Carefully pour the filling into the pie shell, filling it nearly to the top. Any extra filling can be baked separately in an ungreased custard cup.

Step 7: Bake
Bake at 300°F for 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Step 8: Cool and Chill
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool until almost room temperature. For best texture and flavor, cover and refrigerate before serving.