Sugar pie won’t thicken. I only use milk, sugar, flour. How do I adjust for altitude?

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My grandma from Nebraska used this recipe.  I live in Denver.  I bake it at 425 for 10 mins and 350 for 50 mins. Extending baking time still doesn't work.

Merrill S. · Answer

Sorry you're still having trouble after all that! Maybe a higher temp will do it. Good luck, and Happy Thanksgiving!

Darcy · Answer

Thanks Merrill for your help!  I really appreciate it.  I'll keep experimenting.  Happy Thanksgiving!

Darcy · Answer

I tried that too.  I wonder if I adjust the temperature to 375 instead of 350.

Merrill S. · Answer

Another thing you could try is to cover the top of the pie with foil. This typically helps speed up the baking process of a custard pie when cooking at high altitude.

Darcy · Answer

Thanks for your response.  I'm sure my oven temperature is correct.  I baked 10 minutes longer.

Merrill S. · Answer

How much did you extend the baking time? That's usually a good rule of thumb for cooking pie fillings at higher altitude. Also, have you checked that your oven temp is accurate?

Sugar pie won’t thicken. I only use milk, sugar, flour. How do I adjust for altitude?

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