Toffee Lattice Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This toffee lattice pie is my go to dessert when I want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. With just an hour total from start to table, it's simple enough for a weeknight but fancy enough for company. The buttery lattice crust and gooey toffee filling create that perfect combination of crispy and chewy that everyone loves. Plus, the eggs in this recipe provide protein and choline, which supports brain health, so you can feel a tiny bit better about indulging. Trust me, once you taste that caramelized toffee flavor with the flaky sea salt finish, this will become your new favorite shortcut dessert.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 225 gcold unsalted butter
- 400 ggranulated sugar(light brown sugar for a richer flavor)
- 100 glight brown sugar
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 150 mlheavy cream(chilled for the best results)
- 200 gtoffee bits
- 5 gsalt
- 50 gunsalted butter, melted
- 10 gflaky sea salt
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- 150 mLtoffee syrup
- 100 gconfectioners' sugar
- 200 mLtoffee sauce
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: For easy cleanup
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and flaky sea salt. Add the cold butter and, using a pastry blender or your fingertips, work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid overworking the dough
- 3
Gradually pour in the toffee syrup, mixing until the dough comes together in a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Tip: This will help the dough relax
- 4
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 3 mm (1/8 inch). Cut into long, thin strips for the lattice crust.
Tip: For a more rustic look, don't worry about making them all the same width
- 5
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and eggs. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until well combined.
Tip: This is where the magic happens!
- 6
Pour the sugar mixture into the prepared pie dish and smooth the top. Arrange the lattice strips on top of the filling, weaving them into a lattice pattern.
Tip: Use a little bit of toffee syrup to help the strips stick together
- 7
Brush the lattice strips with the melted butter and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Tip: This will give the pie a nice golden brown color
- 8
Bake the pie for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Tip: Keep an eye on it, as the baking time may vary depending on your oven
- 9
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes. Drizzle with toffee sauce and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
Tip: This will help the filling set and make it easier to serve
- 10
Serve warm, garnished with flaky sea salt and additional toffee sauce if desired.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious toffee lattice pie!
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