Description
This cinnamon pie with a Caramelized Cinnamon Swirl Top offers a stunning and aromatic dessert, perfect for busy parents, simplifying a cherished family favorite for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch/23 cm) unbaked pie crust
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 cups whole milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free option)
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup packed light brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a lower-sugar twist)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: Fit your 9-inch pie plate with a pre-made or homemade pie crust. Flute the edges neatly if you like. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you work.
- Mix Creamy Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, melted butter, milk, flour, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Pour and Swirl: Pour the creamy cinnamon filling into the prepared pie crust. In a separate small bowl, whisk brown sugar, melted butter, milk, and cinnamon until smooth. Drizzle dollops over the pie filling and gently swirl with a knife or skewer for distinct caramel ribbons. (If the swirl mixture is too thick, add a tiny splash more milk (0.5 teaspoon at a time) until pourable.)
- Bake Pie: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the center is mostly set and the crust is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
- Cool Completely: Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack for at least 3-4 hours before slicing to allow the filling to set beautifully.
Notes
Consider using a pre-made gluten-free or regular pie crust, and dairy-free milk or lower-sugar substitutions for dietary needs. For flavor variations, add nutmeg or cardamom, use light brown sugar, or sprinkle sea salt on the swirl for a salted caramel effect. Allow ample cooling time (3-4 hours) for the pie to set properly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 140 g)
- Calories: 350 calories
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: cinnamon pie, caramel swirl, easy dessert, family favorite, weeknight, baking, sweet pie, make-ahead, comforting, customizable