How to Make Shoofly Pie III - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shoofly Pie III is a classic Pennsylvania Dutch dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. This old-fashioned pie is made with a sweet and gooey molasses filling and a crumbly, buttery crust that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Whether you're a fan of traditional American desserts or simply looking to try something new, this recipe is a must-try.

Shoofly pies are believed to have originated in the 1880s and have since become a staple in Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine. The name "sh...

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Ingredients

  • 1 prepared 8 inch pie crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • ⅔ cup hot water
  • 5 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 8-inch pie

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together flour, 2/3 cup brown sugar, and salt. Cut in butter or margarine until mixture resembles rice. Reserve 3 tablespoons of mixture for sprinkling top of pie.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together hot water, molasses, dark brown sugar, and baking soda. Stir molasses mixture into remaining crumb mixture. Pour into pastry shell. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until top springs back when pressed. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Nutrition

    298 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 19mg
    • Sodium: 295mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 243mg