How to Make My Grandma's Shoofly Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shoofly pie is a classic American dessert that has been passed down through generations in my family. This sweet, molasses-based pie is a staple at family gatherings and a beloved treat that my grandma used to make. The rich, gooey filling and crumbly, buttery crust make it a favorite among everyone who tries it.

My grandma learned how to make shoofly pie from her own mother, who brought the recipe with her from Pennsylvania Dutch country. The tradition of making this pie has been pass...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup molasses
  • ¾ cup hot water
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 (9 inch) deep dish pie crust
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup shortening

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine molasses, hot water, and baking soda together in a medium bowl; whisk in beaten egg until well combined. Pour mixture into deep dish pie shell.
  • Combine flour and brown sugar in a separate medium bowl; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Sprinkle on top of pie filling.
  • Place pie on a cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Lower temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    455 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 253mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 83g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 50g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 118mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 688mg