Shoofly Pie I

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Shoofly pie is a moist, dark pie with a crumble top, made with molasses. It is low in fat (the crust contains nearly all the fat), and does not have an overwhelming sweet taste. It can be topped with whipped cream. This is a Southern dish.

Servings:
8
Yield:
1 to 9 - inch pie

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup packed brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 cup molasses

  • 1 egg

  • ¾ cup cold water

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ¼ cup boiling water

  • 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and butter or margarine together until it resembles course corn meal. Measure out 1/2 cup, and set aside for topping.

  2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Mix in molasses and cold water. Add crumb mixture, and stir thoroughly. Stir baking soda into hot water, and then add to the molasses mixture. Mix well. Pour filling into pie crust, and evenly sprinkle the reserved topping on top.

  3. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

376 Calories
11g Fat
66g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 376
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 323mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 66g 24%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 36g
Protein 4g 8%
Calcium 104mg 8%
Iron 4mg 19%
Potassium 659mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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