Description
Hillbilly Pie, also known as Poor Man’s Pie, is a budget-friendly and delicious dessert made with pantry staples and fruit pie filling. Perfect for beginners, this easy recipe comes together quickly, offering a buttery crust and gooey fruit center that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1 (12 oz) can of fruit pie filling (e.g., cherry, apple, or peach)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place butter in an 8×8-inch casserole dish and melt it in the oven as it heats.
- Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together self-rising flour, sugar, and milk until smooth.
- Assemble the Pie: Remove the casserole dish with melted butter from the oven. Pour batter evenly over the butter without stirring.
- Add the Pie Filling: Spoon fruit pie filling evenly over the batter. It will sink slightly during baking.
- Bake: Place the dish back in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and set.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool slightly. Serve warm, plain, or with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Fruit Options: Experiment with different pie fillings like blueberry, blackberry, or pineapple for new flavors.
- Spices: Enhance the batter with cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth.
- Gluten-Free Option: Replace self-rising flour with a gluten-free alternative.
- Nutty Topping: Add chopped pecans or walnuts for texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
