Jeff Davis Pie Recipe
The Jeff Davis Pie Recipe is a true old-fashioned Southern favorite. It’s creamy, buttery and full of sweet custard flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 3 eggs beaten
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- A pinch of nutmeg optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Add the Dry Ingredients
- Add sugar, flour, and salt to the bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add Buttermilk
- Pour in the buttermilk and whisk well until the mixture looks even.
Pour into Pie Crust
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust. Sprinkle nutmeg on top if you like.
Bake the Pie
- Place the pie in the oven and bake for about 45 minutes. The top should be golden, and the center set but slightly jiggly.
Cool Before Serving
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing. This helps it set well.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for a smooth filling.
- Don’t overbake — the pie firms up as it cools.
- You can use lemon zest for a light flavor twist.
- Serve slightly warm with whipped cream for extra joy.