Canadian Flapper Pie

Canadian Flapper Pie

A nostalgic prairie dessert with a silky vanilla custard filling, graham cracker crust, and a fluffy meringue topping. A classic Canadian treat!

Ingredients

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

• 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs

• ⅓ cup (75g) melted butter

• 2 tbsp (25g) sugar

For the Custard Filling:

• 3 cups (720ml) milk

• ¾ cup (150g) sugar

• ¼ cup (30g) cornstarch

• 3 egg yolks (save whites for meringue)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

For the Meringue Topping:

• 3 egg whites

• ¼ tsp cream of tartar (optional, stabilizes meringue)

• 6 tbsp (75g) sugar

(Optional: A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top!)

Instructions

1. Make the Crust

1. Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.

2. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.

3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 mins, then cool.

2. Prepare the Custard

1. In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

2. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.

3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (~8 mins).

4. Temper egg yolks by slowly adding hot custard, then return to pan.

5. Cook 2 more mins, then stir in vanilla.

6. Pour into crust and chill 1 hour (or until set).

3. Whip the Meringue

1. Beat egg whites + cream of tartar until foamy.

2. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.

3. Spread over custard, sealing edges.

4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 mins until golden.

4. Cool & Serve

• Let cool to room temp, then refrigerate 4+ hours.

• Slice and enjoy chilled!

Tips

🍂 No meringue? Use whipped cream instead.
🔥 Pre-bake crust to prevent sogginess.
🥛 Rich custard: Substitute 1 cup milk with cream.

A slice of Canadian history—creamy, sweet, and comforting! 🇨🇦😊