Description

Crazy Crust Pie is a simple and delicious dessert featuring a unique crust made from a smooth batter instead of traditional dough. This easy-to-make pie is loaded with your favorite fruit filling and baked to perfection, offering a golden, tender crust with a sweet, fruity topping. Perfect for busy bakers who want a no-roll crust and a quick pie recipe that yields warm, comforting slices every time.

Ingredients

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Crust Batter

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk

Filling

2 cups pie filling (such as cherry, blueberry, or apple)

Optional Topping

Sugar for sprinkling on top

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, and granulated sugar. Whisk them together until evenly mixed, which will create the base for the batter.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the softened butter, egg, and milk to the dry ingredients, then mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Pour Batter into Dish: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pie dish. Use a spatula to gently spread it out ensuring an even layer for baking.
Add Pie Filling: Spoon your chosen fruit pie filling evenly over the batter. Do not stir; just spread gently to cover the entire surface.
Optional Sugar Topping: If desired, sprinkle a little extra sugar on top of the filling to help achieve a golden finish during baking.
Bake the Pie: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
Cool Before Serving: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes to allow the filling to set slightly. Serve warm for best flavor, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

You can use any canned or homemade fruit pie filling such as peach, blackberry, or pumpkin for seasonal variations.
This pie is best served warm and pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Use a 9-inch pie dish for best results to ensure the batter cooks evenly.
Do not stir the pie filling into the batter; spoon it gently on top for the classic Crazy Crust texture.