Brown Butter Chiffon Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
My brown butter chiffon pie is one of those wonderful desserts that feels fancy but comes together in just an hour. The magic happens when you brown the butter, which brings out this incredible nutty flavor that transforms a simple pie into something special. What I love most is how straightforward it is to make, with pantry ingredients you probably already have on hand. The eggs in this recipe provide excellent protein and choline, which supports brain health, so you can feel good about every slice. Best of all, this dessert won't strain your budget or your schedule, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or unexpected guests.
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Ingredients
- 300all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 6 gsalt
- 400unsalted butter(Brown to a nutty aroma)
- 4large eggs
- 120heavy cream
- 1½ mLvanilla extract
- 6 gbaking powder
- 50confectioners' sugar
- 2 gground cinnamon
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
Make the brown butter by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the butter.
- 3
Remove the brown butter from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for an even texture.
- 5
Add the eggs one at a time to the dry ingredients, whisking well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure the eggs are fully incorporated before adding the next one.
- 6
Pour the brown butter into the egg mixture and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Make sure the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- 7
Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to the mixture and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Make sure the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- 8
Pour the mixture into a pre-baked pie crust.
Tip: Make sure the crust is fully cooled before filling.
- 9
Sprinkle the confectioners' sugar on top of the pie.
Tip: This will give the pie a beautiful glaze.
- 10
Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set.
Tip: Check the pie frequently to avoid overcooking.
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