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Dandelion Cream Pie

Delicious Dandelion Cream Pie: Your Springtime Dessert Upgrade

Experience the unique flavor of Dandelion Cream Pie, a low-sugar springtime dessert that highlights fresh dandelion petals in a creamy filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Whole Milk 2% or low-fat milk can be used for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Dandelion Honey Adjust according to taste
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Organic eggs recommended
  • 1/4 cup Corn Starch Can be replaced with flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1 cup Dandelion Petals (yellow parts only) Clean thoroughly, discard green parts
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for depth of flavor
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Can swap with crushed cookies
  • 1/4 cup Sugar (for crust) Adjust according to personal preference
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Coconut oil can be used as a dairy-free option
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or light cream/coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for whipped cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • food processor
  • electric mixer
  • 9-inch pie pan

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a food processor until well combined. Press into a 9-inch pie pan and freeze for 10 minutes.
Make the Filling
  1. Whisk together 1/4 cup of milk, honey, egg yolks, corn starch, and salt in a bowl until smooth. Warm the remaining 2 3/4 cups of milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
Cook the Filling
  1. Gradually whisk the hot milk into the yolk mixture. Return to saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Combine and Chill
  1. Remove from heat and cool slightly before folding in dandelion petals and vanilla. Pour filling into crust and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Prepare the Topping
  1. Whip the heavy cream in a chilled mixing bowl until stiff peaks form. Add honey and vanilla to sweeten, adjusting to taste.
Serve the Pie
  1. Top the chilled pie with whipped cream and garnish with fresh dandelion petals or a drizzle of honey before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure only fresh yellow dandelion petals are used to avoid bitterness. Allow filling to cool before mixing in petals for best flavor and color retention.

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