Ivy House Indiana Sugar Cream Pie

Indulge in the creamy decadence of the Ivy House Indiana Sugar Cream Pie, a timeless Midwestern classic known for its rich, custard-like filling and golden, flaky crust. Made with simple pantry staples like granulated sugar, cornstarch, and whole milk, this pie delivers velvety smoothness and a touch of vanilla sweetness in every bite. A sprinkling of cinnamon and optional nutmeg adds an aromatic finish, elevating this dessert to comfort food perfection. Perfectly baked in just over an hour and chilled to set, this no-egg pie is ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or whenever you're craving a slice of nostalgia. Serve it chilled or at room temperature with whipped cream for an indulgent treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 12-inch Pre-made pie crust
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2.5 cups Whole milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch Nutmeg (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pre-made pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish, trimming or fluting the edges as desired. Prick the bottom of the crust lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch until fully combined. This helps avoid lumps in the filling.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, whisk the sugar-cornstarch mixture with whole milk until smooth. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and comes to a gentle boil. This will take about 7-10 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the mixture to reach a pudding-like consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.

Step 6

Pour the warm filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Dust the top of the filling with ground cinnamon and, if desired, a pinch of nutmeg for added depth of flavor.

Step 8

Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Cover the edges of the crust with foil if they brown too quickly.

Step 9

Allow the pie to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to fully set the filling before serving.

Step 10

Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature. Pair with a dollop of whipped cream if desired for an extra indulgent treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1214 grams (1214.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3243

Total Fat 160.90g	206%
Saturated Fat 63.10g	316%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 197mg	66%
Sodium 1441mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 430.70g	157%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 233.00g
Protein 38.20g	76%

Vitamin D 268IU	1342%
Calcium 799mg	61%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 1150mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 51.8%