Flapper Pie – Graham cracker custard pie

Welcome to a cozy baking adventure with Our Silver Moments! On a drizzly day perfect for baking, we're delving into the heart of Canadian heritage with an old-fashioned treat known as Flapper Pie. Originating from Saskatchewan, where farms were abundant with eggs and milk, this dessert was crafted to make delicious use of plentiful ingredients. Let’s embark on this three-part journey to create a Flapper Pie that resonates with history and comfort.

Ingredients:

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

- 1/3 cup butter, melted

- 2 tablespoons sugar

For the Custard Filling:

- 3 cups milk (top up with whipping cream if necessary)

- 1/4 cup cornstarch

- 3 egg yolks (reserve the whites for meringue)

- Additional sugar for filling (amount not specified in the subtitles)

For the Meringue Topping:

- 3 egg whites (reserved from above)

- Sugar (amount not specified in the subtitles)

Instructions:

Crust Preparation:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar.

3. Pour the melted butter over the crumb mixture and stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and no dry spots remain.

4. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the mixture for topping the pie later.

5. Press the remainder of the mixture into a 9 or 9.5-inch pie pan, ensuring to press it up the sides. Use a measuring cup or your fingers to help pack the crust firmly in place.

6. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes or until it starts to turn golden brown. Then remove from the oven and allow it to cool.

Custard Filling:

1. While the crust is baking, start the filling by combining the milk, cream (if necessary), and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. Cook the mixture while stirring constantly until it thickens. (The specific steps and additional sugar amount for the custard filling are not detailed in the subtitles provided.)

Meringue Topping:

1. Whip the reserved egg whites until soft peaks form, gradually adding sugar to sweeten. (The exact moment to add the sugar and the quantity is not mentioned in the subtitles provided.)

Final Assembly:

1. Once the crust is baked and the custard filling is ready, pour the custard into the crust and smooth the surface.

2. Spread the whipped meringue over the custard filling.

3. Sprinkle the reserved graham cracker crumbs over the meringue to garnish.

4. The cooking step for the meringue is not provided in the subtitles, but typically it would be baked until the meringue is golden brown on top.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 18-20 minutes

Total Time: 38-40 minutes (Plus cooling time for the custard and crust)

Equipment: 9-inch pie pan, mixing bowl, saucepan, oven.

Servings: 8

Cooking Tips:

- Ensure all the butter is well integrated into the graham cracker crumbs for an even crust.

- When pressing the crust into the pan, leave a consistent thickness at the bottom to prevent breakage when serving.

This Canadian Flapper Pie recipe is lovingly adapted from the content shared by Our Silver Moments on their YouTube channel. For more comforting and heartfelt recipes, visit https://www.youtube.com/@oursilvermoments6028

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Flapper Pie – Graham cracker custard pie