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Southern Peanut Pie
Sometimes called "poor man's pecan pie" this sweet treat will not disappoint!Featured In WTFCF Season 5, Episode 09: Peanuts!
Equipment
- hand beater
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1½ cups dark corn syrup
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1½ cups chopped roasted Virginia peanuts
- 9 inch unbaked pie shell
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉.
- In a medium bowl, beat eggs until foamy. Add in ¼ cup sugar, 1½ cups dark corn syrup, ¼ cup melted butter, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon vanilla. Continue to beat until thoroughly blended.
- Stir in peanuts and pour mixture into unbaked pie shell. Bake at 375℉ degrees for 45 minutes.
- Can be served warm or cold with whipped cream or ice cream.
Enjoy!
About the Author
The Virginia Peanut Growers Association exists to promote and educate others about Virginia-grown peanuts, facilitate research to support growers, and advocate on behalf of the peanut industry in Virginia. Find more recipes from our travels, guests, families, friends, and professional chefs in the Where The Food Comes From Cookbook!
