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Pennsylvania Dutch Shoofly Pie

Prep Time

20 min

Servings

8

Cook Time

40 min

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Pennsylvania Dutch Shoofly Pie

Molasses-rich filling with a crumb topping. A unique Pennsylvania tradition!

1Ingredients

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8
  • 1 unbaked pie crust
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cold butter
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 3/4 cup boiling water
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 egg, beaten

2Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. 2

    Make crumbs: mix flour and brown sugar; cut in butter.

  3. 3

    Dissolve baking soda in boiling water; add molasses and egg.

  4. 4

    Pour molasses mixture into crust.

  5. 5

    Top with crumbs.

  6. 6

    Bake 35-40 minutes until set.

  7. 7

    Cool before serving.

Baker's Tips

  • •Use good quality molasses for best flavor
  • •Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream