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Irresistible Kentucky Sawdust Pie

A classic Kentucky dessert featuring a gooey, sweet filling made from coconut, pecans, graham cracker crumbs, and egg whites baked in a pie shell, traditionally served warm with sliced bananas and whipped cream.

  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups flaked coconut
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
  • 7 egg whites, unbeaten
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
  • Sliced bananas, for serving
  • Whipped cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flaked coconut, graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and chopped pecans.
  3. Add the unbeaten egg whites to the dry ingredients and stir by hand until fully combined and moist.
  4. Pour the mixture into the unbaked 9-inch pie shell and spread evenly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the filling is glossy and set but still gooey in the center. Do not overbake.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  7. Serve warm topped with sliced bananas and whipped cream.

Notes

Do not overbake the pie; the center should remain gooey for the best texture. This pie is traditionally served warm with bananas and whipped cream, which complement the sweet, nutty filling perfectly.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American, Southern

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg