Famous Millionaire Pie
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A decadent, two-layer chilled dessert featuring a creamy sugar-butter base topped with whipped cream, crushed pineapple, and crunchy pecans. This classic recipe yields two rich pies perfect for gatherings.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | 0 mins | 4 hours | 16 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- 9-inch pie pans
Ingredients
Base Filling
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 cups | Powdered Sugar | sifted |
| 1/4 pound (1 stick) | Margarine or Butter | softened |
| 2 large | Eggs | fresh, whole |
| 1/8 teaspoon | Salt | None |
| 1/4 teaspoon | Vanilla Extract | None |
Topping and Crust
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Pie Crusts | 9-inch, baked |
| 1 cup | Heavy Cream | None |
| 1/2 cup | Powdered Sugar | sifted |
| 1 cup | Pineapple | crushed, well drained |
| 1/2 cup | Pecans | chopped |
Instructions
Step 1: Base Preparation
- Cream together 2 cups powdered sugar and 1/4 pound butter using an electric mixer.
- Add 2 large eggs, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, then spread evenly into the 2 baked 9-inch pie crusts and chill.
Step 2: Topping and Assembly
- Whip 1 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Blend in 1/2 cup powdered sugar, then fold in 1 cup crushed pineapple and 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
- Spread this mixture on top of the base layer and chill thoroughly until set.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: These pies must be chilled thoroughly before serving; they can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and kept refrigerated.
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