Grape-Nuts Pie Recipe (Classic Baked Pie)
This Grape-Nuts pie recipe is a classic baked pie made with eggs, sugar, and dark corn syrup. You’ll mix the filling, pour it into a pie shell, then bake until the edges set and the center still has a gentle wobble. Letting it cool fully helps it slice cleanly.
Ingredients
For the filling
Step-by-Step Method
Preheat the oven
Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). If you’re using a pie shell, have it ready at room temperature so it fills evenly.
Dissolve the sugar
In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, dark corn syrup, and salt. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth and the sugar is dissolved. Take off the heat and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
Temper the eggs
Whisk the eggs in a bowl. Slowly drizzle a few spoonfuls of the warm syrup into the eggs while whisking, then pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and stir until fully blended.
Add vanilla and butter
Stir in the vanilla and the melted butter. Mix just until combined so you don’t whip in too much air.
Fill the pie shell
Pour the filling into the prepared pie shell. If you see foam on top, skim it off for a smoother bake.
Bake
Bake for 50 minutes, until the edges are set and the center still jiggles slightly. Start checking in the last 10 minutes so the top doesn’t over-brown.
Cool and slice
Cool completely on a wire rack. Let it rest at least 2 hours before slicing; serve with whipped cream or ice cream if you like.