Easy Pineapple Buttermilk Pie Recipe
What is Buttermilk Pie? Buttermilk pies, are essentially custard pies with a bit of a "twang" courtesy of the buttermilk in the pie filling. They are one of my go to favorite pies to make due to their iconic status of tried and true Southern sweet treats. They come in a variety of flavors and they're so easy to prepare. Most often you'll find a simpler version of buttermilk pie served in the South, using a small amount of lemon flavoring to give the custard a bright citrus flavor. Depending on the baker's preference, it may be dusted with a fresh nutmeg on the top. It's simplicity at its finest and a with Southern cooks.
How to Make the Best Pineapple Buttermilk Pie Recipe
How do you make a buttermilk pie? From the Lone Star state of Texas to the East coast and right here in the Carolinas, you'll find slight variations and flavor combinations as each cook puts their own spin on it. We can all agree on this one thing, that this kind of simple to make buttermilk pie is here to stay.
- Is Buttermilk Pie the same as Chess pie? They're very similar but chess pie recipes don't typically call for buttermilk for the filling. They also differ in the binder used for the filling.
- For this Pineapple Buttermilk Pie recipe you can begin with a quality frozen or homemade pie shell depending on how adventurous you're feeling. If you'd like to make your own crust, checkout my recipe for Flaky Pie Crust.
- Do I have to par bake the crust? When using a frozen pie shell, I've never found the need to go this extra step. If you choose to make your own crust then yes, you will need to parbake the crust.
- How do you parbake a homemade pie crust? For this Pineapple Buttermilk Pie recipe, press a homemade pie crust into a deep dish pie pan. Dock the bottom using the tines of a fork. Cover with parchment or foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 8-10 minutes, then proceed with the recipe.
- How long does Buttermilk Pie keep? I recommend storing this pie chilled in the refrigerator for up tp 3 days. It won't last that long.
- How do you serve Southern Buttermilk pie? Serve this pineapple pie as is or with a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries.
Other Popular Southern Pie Recipes to Make
I have three favorite kinds of pies. Warm chilled or at room temperature. More Southern style pie recipes to add to your dessert rotation:
- Chocolate Chess Pie with it's crackled top is always a winner.
- Vintage Oatmeal Pie is an oldie but goodie that needs to be preserved.
- Southern style Sweet Potato Pie topped with a crunchy streusel.
- Creamy meringue topped Butterscotch Pie recipe.
Thanks for visiting come back soon!
Disclosure ~ If a purchase is made using one of the affiliate links on this website we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you!
Helpful Kitchen Items:
Pineapple Buttermilk Pie
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch deep dish pie shell frozen or homemade
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup butter melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- 1 8 oz can crushed pineapple well drained
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place pie crust on a baking sheet. Set aside.
- Sift together the sugar, flour, baking soda, salt and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl using an electric mixer, beat together buttermilk, butter, eggs, vanilla and lemon extracts until smooth. Add to the sifted dry ingredients. Whip until smooth. Mix in drained pineapple by hand.
- Pour evenly into the pie shell and sprinkle the top with additional nutmeg.
- Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes. Check the edges of the pie around 40 minutes, and cover with aluminum foil or a pie crust shield, to prevent the edges from over browning.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.
- Serve with fruit or a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Store chilled.
Notes
Nutrition
My name is Melissa and I'm the Creator of Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen. Cooking, baking, developing recipes and kitchen tips is my passion. I love sharing my dishes and connecting with people through the food that I create.
>
Erica
I enjoyed making this clear and simple recipe. It’s just a bit sweet for my taste, even with pineapples that had been in their natural juice (no syrup). I may try this recipe again with 1.5 cups per pie.
Melissa
I'm glad you enjoyed this yummy pie! You could decrease the sugar by 1/2 cup if, that suits your personal taste more.
Kezia Pelly
I made this for my family and they loved it 🙂 I used pilsbury pie dough. The instructions were super simple. Definitely a keeper!
Melissa
Thank you Kezia, I'm so happy you loved this pie as much as we do!
Denise
Melissa this looks delicious. I make pineapple squares in a jelly roll pan with pie dough on the bottom. Do you think it would work if I made this in a jelly roll pan?
Melissa
Thanks! It may work but you'd definitely have to double the recipe. I haven't tested it so, if you try it let me know how it goes.
Dianne Cobb
Hi Melissa! I found your recipe today and made it, and can’t rave enough of how delicious it is! The simplicity of putting it together is also great! So glad I’ve discovered the recipe, it’s a keeper! Thank you for sharing!
Melissa
HI Diane, I'm so happy you loved this pie, thank you!
Tom Ward
I see many recipes calling for buttermilk' not not low fat. I can only find low fat. Is there a way to add fat or what will be out come of using low fat buttermilk?
Melissa
You can use low fat it's juat not quite as thick and rich as the whole fat. You can still use it in the same amount but, in this instance the pie may take longer to bake.
Melissa
Oh wonderful, Lori! Enjoy ☺
Lori Simonds
Just put it in the oven can not wait
Melissa
We do too. I hope they enjoy it, thanks for stopping by! ~ Melissa
abeullah
I'm definitely going to try this. My family loves pineapple and pie. Thank you Melissa for sharing.
Melissa
Enjoy! 🙂
Anonymous
Melissa can't wait to try this.
Melissa
That's a terrific question. I've only made this pie with canned pineapple. Fresh pineapple tends to release more juice in a dish, since it hasn't been through the canning process. I love the idea, but, can't tell you for sure if it would work. If you try it, come back and let me know how it worked. Thanks for stopping by, Melissa
Anonymous
Will this recipe work with Fresh Pineapple? I know fresh wont work in Jello, but canned will (the heating of the canning process denatures the bromelain enzymes in the pineapple). Will the chemical process that causes the custard not work because of the fresh, or will the heat of the oven prevent this problem?
Melissa
There's no need to prebake the pie shell, it bakes right along with the pineapple custard filling. Hope this helps. ~ Melissa
carolina girl
Do you prebake the pie shell?
Gail S. Davis
I remember eating a pineapple custard-type pie in Jacksonville, Florida many years ago that I absolutely loved. I think (and hope)that this just may be the recipe!
Melissa
Gail, I hope so too! Thank you for visiting ~ Melissa
Melissa
My pleasure, enjoy! ~ Melissa
Anonymous
oh my will have to make this my husband loves pie and pineapple upside down cake so this could be a great change up..thank you for a great idea....
Melissa
Hi Joy! I love pineapple, sure hope you enjoy. Thanks for stopping by ~ Melissa
Joy@Yesterfood
Melissa, this makes such a beautiful pie! I love buttermilk pie, but have never tried it with pineapple. I will enjoy trying this- thank you! 🙂
~Joy from Yesterfood