Description
This Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Pie is a Southern classic that dates back to the Civil War era. Made with oats, brown sugar, butter, and warm spices, this pie has a gooey, caramel-like filling with a chewy texture. It’s a budget-friendly alternative to pecan pie, offering the same rich and sweet flavors without the nuts. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or any cozy dessert craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups quick oats
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Stir in eggs, corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Fold in quick oats, then pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set. Cover edges with foil if browning too fast.
- Let cool for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped pecans or walnuts.
- For a deeper flavor, replace half the corn syrup with maple syrup.
- For a dairy-free version, swap butter for coconut oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American