Classic Shoofly Pie

Begin by placing pie crusts into 9-inch round baking dishes, ensuring they fit snugly and evenly. Allow the chilled crusts to sit in the refrigerator for about an hour before proceeding with the recipe.

Next, preheat your oven to a high temperature of 425 degrees Fahrenheit. This will help create a perfectly baked crust.

In a separate, medium-sized bowl, whisk together the baking soda and warm water until well combined. Add the molasses to the mixture and stir vigorously, creating a smooth, foamy texture. Carefully pour the molasses mixture into the pie crusts.

In another medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking soda. Utilize a pastry blender to finely chop the butter into the dry ingredients until you achieve a crumbly texture. Gently sprinkle this mixture over the molasses filling in the pie crusts.

Place the pie crusts in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. After this initial baking period, reduce the oven temperature to a moderate heat of 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Continue baking for an additional 35 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden brown and the filling has reached a set consistency.