Shoofly Pie
Shoofly Pie is rich, sweet, and molasses-forward.It features a crumbly topping and soft filling.Rooted in Pennsylvania Dutch baking traditions.A timeless American comfort dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked pie crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cold
- 1 cup molasses
- ¾ cup hot water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, mix flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly.
- Dissolve baking soda in hot water and stir into molasses.
- Pour molasses mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
- Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Cool before slicing for best texture.
Notes
- Dark molasses gives the richest flavour.
- Texture can be cake-like or gooey depending on style.
- Cooling helps the filling set properly.
- Traditionally made without eggs.
- Flavor deepens as it rests.