This classic Buttermilk Pie is so easy to make and flavorful. Made with butter, sugar, eggs, nutmeg, and buttermilk, it comes together in about five minutes with a whisk and a bowl.
My family loves this pie, which has the flavors of nutmeg and vanilla with a hint of lemon. Enjoy a fresh slice with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
Sometimes, life calls for pie! It might be a glorious chocolate cream pie, fresh strawberry rhubarb pie, or creamy coconut custard pie. This sweet, creamy buttermilk pie is one of our favorite pies. It is the perfect quick pie for a last-minute get-together. I like to make it for potlucks, neighborhood shindigs, and bake sales.
Ingredients Notes and Substitutions
Please see the recipe card below for the whole list of ingredients
- Butter: Unsalted or salted. If using salted, eliminate any added salt
- Pie crust: Unbaked deep dish pie crust, frozen or homemade
- Eggs: Large ones, please
- Buttermilk: Store-bought, or see preparation tips below for making your own
- Vanilla extract: The pure stuff for added flavor
- Lemon juice: For just a slight tanginess
- Nutmeg: For those who like it, omit it for those who don’t
How to Make Buttermilk Pie
This is the summary version; see the recipe card below for the complete list of ingredients and the instructions.
- Melt the butter and let it cool before starting the pie.
- Pre-bake the pie crust, whether fresh or frozen, and let it cool.
- Beat eggs until frothy. Whisk the sugar until smooth.
- Mix in the flour, buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter. Pour the egg mixture into the pre-baked pie crust.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature and finish baking until set.
- Let it chill in the fridge before serving. Store in a covered container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Preparation Tips
- Poke your fresh or frozen pie crust (thawed) on the bottom and side with the prongs of a fork. Pre-bake for 6-7 minutes to avoid a soggy crust.
- You can save money and make your buttermilk at home by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or 1 tablespoon of white vinegar to a cup of milk and letting it sit for about 5 minutes.
- If you are a nutmeg lover (like me), go with the full 1/4 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.
- Top with a dollop of fresh whipped cream and fresh berries.
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Buttermilk Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 (9-inch) deep dish unbaked pie crust
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ⅛ -¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Melt butter in the microwave; let cool for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Poke pie crust on bottoms and sides. Pre-bake for 5-6 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Whisk in sugar until smooth. Whisk in flour, buttermilk, vanilla extract, lemon juice, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter until incorporated and smooth.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for 40-45 minutes or until set in the center. The center will still be a little teeny bit jiggly.
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Notes
- Store the pie covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, wrap the thoroughly cooled pie in several layers of plastic wrap. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
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Dannii
This pie looks so light and fluffy. I can’t wait to try it.
Natalie
Oh yum, what a treat. Looks delicious. Perfect for weekends. I’m making this, for sure! Thanks!
Derinda Walker
Thanks for the recipe.It is same as mine I lost moving.I haven’t made Buttermilk Pie in atleast 4 yrs.The last time I baked 2 and took them to a cookout and put with other desserts.Some highschool boys were there (we were in Pennysylvania) no one had heard of Buttermilk pie.Both pies were eaten and one of the boys had to leave early he was eating a piece of pie in one hand and took off with the pie pan with the last 2 pieces of pie.He said thanks the pie is great!! That says it all.
Beth Pierce
That is great. Thanks for taking the time to tell us that. Yes I love buttermilk pie too!
Nathan
I’ve never had a buttermilk pie, but this looks so simple that I definitely think I’ll have to give it a try!
rika
The pie looks so good. I can’t wait to make it! Yum
Shelley
Oh, I just love buttermilk pie, but I don’t make it myself. Why on earth not?!? Seriously – this only takes 5 minutes??? Sold! (Especially with the handy little cheat of using store-bought crust to make it extra-fast … great suggestion!)
Beth Pierce
Thanks Shelley! Enjoy!!
Anita
This is the simplest pie I’ve ever baked and it tastes amazing!
Heather
This is one of our favorites! The perfect pie to bring to a party!
Matt Taylor
Very cool! I have never heard of buttermilk pie before. 🙂
Chelsea
This pie is soooo delicious and simple!! We’re obsessed!