Wayne County Amish-Style Shoofly Pie with Molasses and Crumb Topping
A classic Amish dessert featuring a rich molasses filling topped with buttery streusel crumbs, inspired by Ohio’s Holmes and Wayne County Amish baking traditions. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 70 minutes layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, packed brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick), cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1 cup molasses
- 2/3 cup boiling water
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 2: Cut in 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter with a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 1 cup of this crumb mixture for topping.
- Step 3: Press the remaining crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup molasses, 2/3 cup boiling water, and 1/2 tsp baking soda. Stir until the soda dissolves and the mixture foams.
- Step 5: Beat 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract into the molasses mixture until smooth.
- Step 6: Pour the molasses filling into the prepared crust, then sprinkle the reserved crumb topping evenly over the pie.
- Step 7: Bake for 45-50 minutes until the filling is set and the crumb topping is golden brown.
- Step 8: Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing to let the filling thicken.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wayne County Amish-Style Shoofly Pie with Molasses and Crumb Topping take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Wayne County Amish-Style Shoofly Pie with Molasses and Crumb Topping?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Wayne County Amish-Style Shoofly Pie with Molasses and Crumb Topping?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Wayne County Amish-Style Shoofly Pie with Molasses and Crumb Topping for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Wayne County Amish-Style Shoofly Pie with Molasses and Crumb Topping?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
