Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRuth Ann's RestaurantButtermilk Pie Recipe

Buttermilk Pie Recipe

Time2h
Serves8

10"

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Ingredients

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Crust

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Pie Crust

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  2. 2

    Add Ice Water

    Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overwork the dough.

  3. 3

    Chill the Dough

    Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Roll Out the Dough

    On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 10-inch pie pan. Transfer the rolled dough to the pie pan and trim the edges.

  5. 5

    Pre-bake the Crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10-15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment and bake for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, granulated sugar, and eggs until well combined.

  2. 7

    Add Remaining Ingredients

    Stir in the vanilla extract, flour, nutmeg, and salt until smooth and well incorporated.

  3. 8

    Fill the Crust

    Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust.

  4. 9

    Bake the Pie

    Bake the pie in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.

  5. 10

    Cool and Serve

    Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, slice and serve. Enjoy your Buttermilk Pie!

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