Description
Crazy Crust Pie is a fun and easy homemade dessert with a unique self-forming crust. The simple batter creates a soft golden edge while the fruit filling bakes into a deliciously cozy pie that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling
- 4 cups sliced peaches, apples, or berries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Toss fruit with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Make the batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into a greased pie dish.
- Spoon the fruit filling evenly over the batter. Do not stir.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes until the crust is golden and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
The magic of Crazy Crust Pie happens in the oven as the batter rises around the fruit to create its own crust. Try different seasonal fruits for endless variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: crazy crust pie, easy fruit pie, self crust pie, homemade dessert, simple pie recipe
