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  • Georgina D'Angelo
    • Nov 21, 2022

Updated: Jan 19

While we are a travel blog and not a cooking blog, I tried my hand at making one of Quebec’s traditional desserts, Tarte au Sucre, or sugar pie! And let me tell you, it was a huge hit. So much so that I just had to make it again and share it with you.

If you're a fellow fan of maple syrup, then get your baking hands out, this one’s for you. I put together a simple sugar pie recipe for those traveling who have a limited kitchen, or just anyone who loves baking, but not necessarily tedious parts.

Follow along for a truly delicious dessert: Quebec Sugar Pie! Maybe you want to make your own to enjoy at home, or maybe you want to share this at a holiday party. Whatever the reason, whatever the season, I know Quebec sugar pie is something you need to try.

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Quebec Sugar Pie

I tried a couple of different recipes, found what I loved best, and created this recipe for anyone to follow. I call it my lazy baker’s recipe. Because let’s be real, not everyone has time for intricate baking. So let’s begin.

This beloved dessert is enjoyed throughout France, Belgium, Canada, and the Midwest US. However, the Quebec Sugar Pie is special because of the delicious maple syrup in it.

I successfully baked Quebec sugar pie twice in our Airbnb while living in Beaupre, Quebec. If I could accomplish this in my small rental kitchen, you can as well.

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Quebec Sugar Pie: An Easy Dessert Recipe

Materials

  • Baking sheet

  • Medium saucepan

  • Whisk

  • Measuring Cups

  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 Deep Dish Pie Shell (IGA Compliments Brand)

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 tbsp cornstarch

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 1.5 cups heavy cream

  • ½ cup pure maple syrup*

  • 1 cup light brown sugar

*If you can’t get pure maple syrup, no worries, just use a total of 1.5 cups of brown sugar.

Instructions

1. Set pie crust on the counter, and preheat the oven to 400°F. In a medium saucepan, mix together all other ingredients. Turn the heat up to medium-high and begin mixing with a whisk. It will look clumpy at first, just keep mixing it.

2. Bring to a boil and mix frequently for one minute. Then remove from the heat and continue mixing for a minute or two to avoid burning the sugar on the bottom.

3. Let the mixture cool for a few minutes. Set the pie crust on a flat baking sheet. Pour the pie mixture into the crust.

4. Put in the oven and bake for 35 minutes. It should turn golden brown. Let it cool, or serve it hot and enjoy!

We recommend eating it while it’s still warm from the oven. It will be runnier and messier, but it’s fresh and delicious. To spice things up, add whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top of a hot pie slice!

If you refrigerate leftovers and want to heat them, you can pop a slice in the microwave for about a minute, or bake it in the oven at 325°F for about 10 minutes.

I loved baking Quebec sugar pie while living in the region. It’s a staple here, and you simply must try it! If you want to grab a slice quickly take a look below at the best places to find Quebec sugar pie in Quebec City!

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Cafe La Maison Smith, one of Quebec City's best coffee shops, is a small chain in the Quebec City area. They have several locations around the city making for a great choice to pick up a slice of sugar pie, and maybe a drink as well!

Will you be attempting to bake your own Quebec sugar pie? Let us know how it goes in the comments below! And let us know if you’re a major fan like we are!

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Easy Quebec Sugar Pie Recipe: A Must-Try Dessert (2024)

FAQs

What country is sugar pie from? ›

Sugar pie is a dessert in northern French and Belgian cuisine, where it is called tarte au sucre. It is also popular in Canada. Various type of tarte au sucre are made.

What is the history of sugar pie in Quebec? ›

Sugar pie, like most Quebecois cuisine, is an adaptation of recipes that originated in northwest France, where most of Quebec's settlers came from. In 1789, the British conquered the French in Quebec, creating a food culture that would marry the two countries' influences with indigenous staples like corn.

What is another name for sugar pie? ›

Sugar cream pie (also known as sugar pie or Hoosier pie) is a custard pie made with a simple filling of butter, flour, cream and sugar sprinkled with cinnamon sugar. It is considered one of the desperation pies because the custard filling is made without eggs.

Do you reheat sugar pie? ›

Reheating Fruit pies, sugar cream pies, and other favorite pies- Wrap entire pie in aluminum foil and bake at 325-350 degrees for 20 minutes-60 minutes or until filling in middle of pie is warmed and top crust or topping is crispy. If you would prefer microwaving, allow pie to thaw first.

Who invented the sugar pie? ›

The famous dessert reportedly originated in the 1850s in resourceful Amish communities in Indiana. According to What's Cooking America, the pie consisted of only four simple ingredients: brown sugar, flour, heavy cream, and an 8-inch pie crust at 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

Is a French Canadian dessert specialty that translates as sugar pie? ›

Creamy, deeply sweet, and exceptionally delicious, this French Canadian Sugar Pie is a Canadian classic! Otherwise known as Tart au Sucre, this pie features a buttery, ultra flaky crust thanks to a secret ingredient in the dough.

What dessert was invented by female factory workers early during the Great Depression in Quebec? ›

Legend has it that pouding chômeur (“unemployed-person pudding”) was created by female factory workers relying on the inexpensive staples they had on hand, much like other desperation-inspired dishes such as sugar cream pie. During tough times, Canadian women made the pudding from stale bread and brown sugar sauce.

What pie is Canada known for? ›

Canada: Favourite Pie by Province
  • Newfoundland & Labrador: Flipper Pie or Bakeapple Pie.
  • Prince Edward Island: Rhubarb pie.
  • Nova Scotia: Rappie pie.
  • New Brunswick: Lemon meringue pie.
  • Quebec: Tourtière or Pecan pie.
  • Ontario: Butter Tarts.
  • Manitoba: Apple pie.
  • Saskatchewan: Saskatoon berry pie.
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What is the oldest pie in the world? ›

Historians trace the origin of pie to the Egyptians back in 9500 BCE. In Egypt, the first pies were made with ground grains like barley, wheat, or oats combined with water. This “dough” was shaped into an oval and filled with savory ingredients like nuts, honey, and meat.

What is a sugar pie slang? ›

sugarpie (plural sugarpies) A term of endearment; honey, sweetie, darling.

What's the difference between a chess pie and a sugar pie? ›

What is the Difference Between a Sugar Cream Pie and Custard or Chess Pie? Chess pies and custard pies are mixed and poured right into the pie crust, and they contain eggs. A sugar cream pie is made without eggs, and the filling is usually prepared on the stovetop, reducing the overall baking time.

What is a cute pie slang? ›

Definition of 'cutie pie'

1. darling; sweetheart; sweetie (often used as a term of endearment) 2. cutie (sense 1) Also: cutesy pie.

Should you refrigerate sugar pie? ›

If a pie contains eggs or dairy products, it should be stored in the refrigerator and not left out at room temperature for more than two hours. Pies that do not contain dairy products, such as fruit pies can be stored, loosely covered at room temperature for up to two days.

How much sugar is in sugar pie? ›

*This pie has 390 calories and 15 grams of sugar per serving compared to the full-sugar version which has 440 calories and 40 grams of sugar per serving.

Why do you chill a pie before baking? ›

Chilling the dough also firms up the butter to ensure puffy flaky layers and to avoid a sticky dough. If the butter melts, you won't get as much puff in your dough. After making my pie dough, I chill it for at least an hour.

Where did pie originally come from? ›

From Egypt to Rome via Greece

The Ancient Egyptians were the first to invent a dish close to what we know as a pie today. They had a honey filling covered in a crusty cake made from oats, wheat, rye or barley. A recipe for chicken pie was also discovered on a tablet carved prior to 2000 BC.

Who is the owner of my sugar pie? ›

Kelly Maucere - Owner - My Sugar Pie | LinkedIn.

What is the origin of the sweet pie? ›

Medieval England had an early form of sweet pies called tarts and fruit pies were unsweetened, because sugar was a rare and costly status symbol. In the Middle Ages, a pie could have a number of items as its filling, but a pastry would have only a single filling.

What country is sweet potato pie from? ›

Sweet potato pie is a traditional dessert, originating in the Southern United States. It is often served during the American holiday season, especially at Thanksgiving and Christmas in place of pumpkin pie, which is more traditional in other regions of the United States.

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