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This Vintage Sugar Cream Pie Is Straight From Grandma’s Kitchen

Rachel SeisUpdated: Oct. 26, 2018

This sweet, custardy pie is an Indiana state favorite. (And now it's our favorite, too!)

If you’re from Indiana, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve had at least a forkful of Sugar Cream Pie. It’s a sweet and custardy regional favorite. It’s so synonymous with that state that it’s also known as Hoosier Pie. But if you’re not from Indiana, the secret’s out: this classic pie calls for seven simple ingredients which make up its heartland goodness.

The recipe comes from Indiana native Laura Kipper, who developed the recipe inspired by the cherished pie her grandmother baked for her (for more beloved treats, check out a few our of our favorite desserts inspired by grandma). The simple country recipe proves that a little milk, butter, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla go a long way. When baked together it forms a rich, yet light pie that’s undeniably satisfying. What more, her easy recipe only takes 20 minutes of prep and just 15 minutes to bake. It’s truly no wonder why the Hoosiers love it.

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I absolutely love Indiana sugar cream pie; especially the one that my grandma made for me. Here, we serve it warm or chilled and call it "Hoosier" sugar cream pie. —Laura Kipper, Westfield, Indiana

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Originally Published: October 26, 2018

As deputy editor for Taste of Home magazine, Rachel has her hand in everything you see from cover to cover, from writing and editing articles to taste-testing recipes to ensuring every issue is packed with fun and fabulous content. She'll roll up her sleeves to try any new recipe in the kitchen—from spicy Thai dishes (her favorite!) to classic Southern comfort food (OK...also her favorite). When she's not busy thinking of her next meal, Rachel can be found practicing yoga, going for a run, exploring National Parks and traveling to new-to-her cities across the country.