Stupid Pie: A Vintage Dessert Worth Rediscovering
Stupid Pie is a vintage crustless dessert featuring a light meringue base mixed with crushed Ritz crackers and chopped pecans, topped with creamy whipped topping for a nostalgic, unique treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup whipped topping or Cool Whip
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract to the egg whites, continuing to beat until well combined.
- Gently fold in the crushed Ritz crackers and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the mixture into a greased pie dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, spread the whipped topping or Cool Whip over the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Nut Substitutes: Use walnuts or almonds instead of pecans if preferred.
- Flavor Enhancements: Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced twist.
- Topping Alternatives: Use freshly whipped cream instead of Cool Whip for a lighter option.
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 4 days.
- Freezing is not recommended as it affects texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
