Old-Fashioned Shoo Fly Pie

August 13, 2025 by admin

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### Instructions

**1. Preheat the oven**
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).

**2. Make the crumb mixture**
In a bowl, combine the flour and brown sugar. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping.

**3. Prepare the filling**
In a separate bowl, dissolve baking soda into the hot water. Stir in the molasses until fully blended.

**4. Assemble the pie**
Pour the molasses mixture into the unbaked pie crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumb topping evenly over the molasses filling.

**5. Bake**
Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is just set and the topping is golden. The center may jiggle slightly — that’s part of the wet-bottom charm!

**6. Cool completely**
Allow the pie to cool at room temperature before slicing. This helps the filling set.

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### Serving Suggestions

* Serve at **room temperature** or slightly warmed.
* Top with **whipped cream** or **vanilla ice cream** for extra indulgence.
* Perfect with a **cup of strong coffee** or hot tea.

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### Why You’ll Love This Recipe

* 🍯 **Rich, old-fashioned flavor** with bold molasses and buttery crumbs
* 🥧 **Easy to make** with simple ingredients
* 🕰️ **A slice of American culinary history**
* 🍽️ **Unique texture**: both gooey and crumbly in every bite
* 💛 **Great for holidays or cozy family dinners**

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### Final Thoughts

**Old-Fashioned Shoo Fly Pie** is more than just dessert — it’s a nostalgic reminder of simpler times. It brings warmth to the table with its earthy molasses flavor and comforting texture. If you love classic, homespun baking, this pie will quickly earn a spot in your favorite recipes list.

Try it once, and you’ll understand why generations have kept this humble pie close to heart (and kitchen).

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Want to try a gluten-free crust or experiment with maple syrup in place of molasses? Let me know — I’ve got tips and twists ready!