🥧 Front Porch Southern Buttermilk Pie

Sweet, creamy, and delightfully old-fashioned — this classic Southern buttermilk pie is a reminder that the best recipes are often the ones made with simple ingredients and shared with the people we love.

Ingredients

• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (plus extra for sprinkling, if desired)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pie

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.

2. Make the Filling

In a large bowl, cream together sugar and softened butter until light and combined.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in buttermilk, vanilla, lemon juice, flour, salt, and nutmeg until smooth.

3. Bake

Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.

Sprinkle a little extra nutmeg over the top if desired.

Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the center is set but still has a slight jiggle.

4. Cool and Serve

Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Front Porch Tip ☕

For the best flavor and texture, let the pie rest for several hours before serving. The filling becomes even creamier as it cools.

A Memory from the Porch 🌻

Buttermilk pie is a reminder of a simpler time — when desserts were made from pantry staples, neighbors stopped by for a visit, and a homemade pie waiting on the counter meant someone cared enough to make something special.

Serves: 8