A dreamy, no-bake pie with a velvety butterscotch filling, fluffy whipped cream, and a buttery crust. Perfect for butterscotch lovers!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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6 tbsp melted butter
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Pinch of salt
For the Butterscotch Filling:
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1 cup (200g) brown sugar (packed, light or dark)
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¼ cup (60ml) water
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½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
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1 cup (240ml) heavy cream (divided)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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1 (8oz/225g) package cream cheese, softened
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1 (3.4oz/96g) box instant butterscotch pudding mix (optional, for extra flavor & thickness)
For the Topping:
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1 cup (240ml) cold heavy cream
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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Butterscotch chips or caramel drizzle (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Make the Crust:
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and salt until combined.
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Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, covering the bottom and sides.
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Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes (or freeze for 10 mins to set faster).
2. Prepare the Butterscotch Filling:
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In a saucepan, combine brown sugar and water. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves.
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Bring to a gentle boil (without stirring) for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Remove from heat and whisk in butter until melted. Slowly add ½ cup heavy cream, vanilla, and salt. Let cool slightly.
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in the butterscotch sauce.
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(Optional) Fold in dry pudding mix for extra richness.
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Whip the remaining ½ cup heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold into the filling.
3. Assemble the Pie:
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Pour filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until firm.
4. Add the Topping:
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Whip 1 cup heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
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Spread or pipe over the chilled pie.
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Garnish with butterscotch chips or caramel drizzle.
Tips for Success
✅ Use real butterscotch (not just caramel) for the best flavor.
✅ Chill thoroughly so the pie slices cleanly.
✅ No pudding mix? Add 1 tbsp cornstarch to the filling for stability.
✅ For a nutty twist: Add ½ cup toasted pecans to the crust.
Variations
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Chocolate-Butterscotch: Add a layer of chocolate ganache under the filling.
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Salted Caramel Butterscotch: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top.
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Banana Butterscotch: Layer sliced bananas under the filling.
This pie is pure indulgence!