Flapper Pie

Flapper Pie is a classic Canadian dessert that originated in the prairie provinces during the 1920s. It gets its name from the ‘flappers,’ or young women who embraced the new fashions and freedoms of the era.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 150 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Flapper Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Canadian Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2.5 cup Milk
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool completely.
4. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
5. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in about 1 cup of the hot milk mixture.
7. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, for an additional 2 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
9. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
10. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
11. Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17g27%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 25g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.