You’ve got great taste — Kentucky Sawdust Pie is a Southern classic that’s rich, gooey, nutty, and indulgent. Despite the odd name, there’s no sawdust involved — it gets the name from the texture of all the finely chopped goodies inside! Think pecans, coconut, graham cracker crumbs, and chocolate chips in a brown sugar custard, all baked into a flaky pie crust. 🥧✨
🥥 Kentucky Sawdust Pie
📝 Ingredients (for 1 standard 9-inch pie)
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1 unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
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1 cup chopped pecans
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1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed
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4 large egg whites
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp salt
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
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Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges.
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Mix the filling:
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In a large bowl, stir together the graham cracker crumbs, coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips.
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In a separate bowl, lightly whisk the egg whites (just until frothy — no need to whip into peaks).
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Add the brown sugar, vanilla, and salt to the egg whites, and mix well.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until fully combined.
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Fill the crust:
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Spoon the mixture evenly into the unbaked pie shell.
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Bake:
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is just set (it may jiggle slightly, like pecan pie).
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Let cool at least 1 hour before slicing.
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🍨 Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm or at room temp, with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
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Also great drizzled with caramel sauce or chocolate syrup.
🔁 Tips & Variations
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Sub walnuts or almonds for pecans if needed.
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Add butterscotch chips for a twist.
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Want it less sweet? Cut the brown sugar to 1 1/4 cups.
Would you like a mini version (great for parties), or a gluten-free or egg-free variation?
