Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie Recipe

Indulge in the legendary Gooey Goodness of Good N' Plenty's Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo-Fly Pie! This recipe, straight from Lancaster County's famed Good N' Plenty family restaurant, delivers a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The signature crumbly, almost floury topping is the perfect contrast to the rich, molasses-sweet filling. Prepare to be amazed by this classic dessert's irresistible texture and flavor!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 321.5 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie

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How to Make Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. **Make the Liquid Filling:**
  3. In a medium bowl, dissolve 1 teaspoon baking soda in 1/2 cup boiling water.
  4. Stir in 1 cup molasses and 1 large egg, beaten.
  5. **Make the Crumb Topping:**
  6. In a separate large bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup shortening (vegetable or lard), 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  7. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  8. Pour the liquid filling into an unbaked 9-inch pie crust.
  9. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the filling.
  10. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

16g

Carbs

16g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie?

Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie?

Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie has approximately 321.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie?

The key ingredients for Good N Plenty Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie are Baking Soda, Water, Dark Molasses, Egg, Flour, Shortening. See the full list with measurements above.

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