Delicious Butterscotch Pudding Pie Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes

This Butterscotch Pudding Pie Recipe is a delightful dessert that combines a creamy butterscotch filling with a buttery crust. It’s a classic dessert recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends.

The preparation is simple, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced bakers. You can serve it chilled for a refreshing treat or at room temperature for a comforting finish to any meal.

Easy Butterscotch Pudding Pie Recipe

This dessert features a rich butterscotch pudding filling made from scratch, poured into a pre-baked pie crust. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare, plus chilling time, and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 3/4 cups whole milk
4 large egg yolks, beaten
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Bake the pre-made pie crust according to package instructions until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and starts to bubble (about 5-7 minutes).
Mix in Egg Yolks: In a small bowl, temper the beaten egg yolks by adding a few spoonfuls of the hot pudding mixture to them, then whisk the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Finish the Filling: Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
Assemble the Pie: Pour the butterscotch filling into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serve: Once set, slice the pie and top with whipped cream if desired. Enjoy your delicious butterscotch pudding pie!