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Crazy Crust Pie

A one-bowl fruit pie where the batter magically bakes into a golden, buttery crust around a juicy fruit center—no rolling, no chilling, just mix, pour, and bake.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fruit of choice (berries, peaches, apples, cherries; fresh, frozen thawed, or canned drained)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for fruit; adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for juicy fruits)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 cup milk (whole preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
  • vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  • Spread the fruit evenly in the dish. If using juicy fruit, toss with 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon cornstarch right in the dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and vanilla; whisk until smooth, then slowly whisk in melted butter.
  • Pour the batter evenly over the fruit (some fruit may peek through). Sprinkle coarse sugar on top if using.
  • Bake on the center rack for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the crust comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
  • Cool on a rack for 15–20 minutes to set. Slice and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28g
Keyword Budget-Friendly, Crazy Crust Pie, Easy Dessert, Fruit Pie, One Bowl Dessert, Self-Crusting Pie
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