Crack Pie

Vegetarian
Popular
Crack Pie
900 min.
12
244kcal

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If you’re looking for a dessert that is not only decadent but also has a cult following, look no further than Crack Pie! This delightful treat, with its rich and gooey filling nestled in a crunchy oat crust, is sure to please any sweet tooth. Named for its addictive qualities, this vegetarian pie has gained popularity for its unique flavor and creamy texture that has left many in awe.

What makes this recipe especially appealing is its intriguing combination of ingredients that come together to create a dessert experience like no other. The buttery crust is formed using old-fashioned oats, which adds a chewy texture that perfectly contrasts the smooth and sweet filling. Each slice delivers a delightful balance of flavors, thanks to the addition of brown sugar and vanilla, while the hint of salt rounds it all out beautifully.

Perfect for gatherings and celebrations, Crack Pie is a showstopper that can easily serve up to 12 people. With an impressive baking time that allows for an overnight chill, it’s a make-ahead dessert that ensures you can spend more time with your guests and less time in the kitchen. So, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, indulge in the whimsical charm of Crack Pie—and prepare to hear your loved ones raving about this irresistible dessert!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup all purpose flour 
  • 0.1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.1 teaspoon baking soda 
  • large eggs 
  • large egg yolks 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 6.5 tablespoons heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoon nonfat milk powder dry
  • 0.8 cup old-fashioned oats 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted cooled melted (1 stick)
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to350°F. Line 13 x 9 x 2-inch metal bakingpan with parchment paper; coat withnonstick spray.
  2. Combine 6 tablespoonsbutter, 4 tablespoons brown sugar, and2 tablespoons sugar in medium bowl.Using electric mixer, beat mixture untillight and fluffy, occasionally scrapingdown sides of bowl, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add egg; beat until pale and fluffy.
  4. Addoats, flour, baking powder, baking soda,and salt and beat until well blended,about 1 minute. Turn oat mixture out ontoprepared baking pan; press out evenly toedges of pan.
  5. Bake until light golden on top,17 to 18 minutes.
  6. Transfer baking pan torack and cool cookie completely.
  7. Using hands, crumble oat cookie intolarge bowl; add 3 tablespoons butter and1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar. Rub in withfingertips until mixture is moist enough tostick together.
  8. Transfer cookie crust mixtureto 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Usingfingers, press mixture evenly onto bottomand up sides of pie dish.
  9. Place pie dish withcrust on rimmed baking sheet.
  10. Position rack in center of ovenand preheat to 350°F.
  11. Whisk both sugars,milk powder, and salt in medium bowlto blend.
  12. Add melted butter and whiskuntil blended.
  13. Add cream, then egg yolksand vanilla and whisk until well blended.
  14. Pour filling into crust.
  15. Bake pie 30 minutes(filling may begin to bubble). Reduce oventemperature to 325°F. Continue to bake pieuntil filling is brown in spots and set aroundedges but center still moves slightly whenpie dish is gently shaken, about 20 minuteslonger. Cool pie 2 hours in pie dish on rack.Chill uncovered overnight. DO AHEAD: Canbe made 2 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.
  16. Sift powdered sugar lightly over top ofpie.
  17. Cut pie into wedges and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein5.13%
Fat46.94%
Carbs47.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.09
Glycemic Load
12.78
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.3182608919299%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.01kcal
12.2%
Fat:12.93g
19.89%
Saturated Fat:7.47g
46.66%
Carbohydrates:29.7g
9.9%
Net Carbohydrates:29.04g
10.56%
Sugar:22.09g
24.54%
Cholesterol:106.34mg
35.45%
Sodium:82.61mg
3.59%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.24%
100%
Protein:3.18g
6.36%
Selenium:8.38µg
11.97%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.58%
Vitamin A:473.63IU
9.47%
Phosphorus:71.08mg
7.11%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.67%
Folate:22.4µg
5.6%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.37%
Vitamin D:0.73µg
4.87%
Iron:0.77mg
4.3%
Calcium:38.82mg
3.88%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.79%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.39%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.36%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.09%
Magnesium:11.25mg
2.81%
Fiber:0.65g
2.61%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.18%
Copper:0.04mg
2.14%
Potassium:69.97mg
2%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
1.98%
Vitamin K:1.09µg
1.04%
Source:Epicurious