“Stupid Pie” is a real, charmingly named dessert from the American South, especially popular in Appalachia. Despite the name, it’s actually very smart in how simple and delicious it is — typically a custard-style or chess-like pie made with pantry staples.
There are a few regional variations, but here’s a classic Stupid Pie recipe:
🥧 Stupid Pie (a simple custard-style dessert)
Ingredients
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1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3 large eggs
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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1/2 cup melted butter (unsalted or salted)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Optional: 1/2 cup shredded coconut or crushed pineapple (for a twist)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and salt.
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Add in eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
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(Optional) Fold in coconut or pineapple if using.
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Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
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Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set (a slight jiggle is okay).
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Let cool completely before slicing. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
🍴 What it tastes like:
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Buttery
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Sweet with a mild tang (from the buttermilk)
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Similar to chess pie or custard pie
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Ridiculously easy (hence the name!)