Fruit Or Cream Pies Recipe
Make Fruit Or Cream Pies Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pie Crust
Fruit Filling (for Fruit Pies)
Cream Filling (for Cream Pies)
Method
Pie Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the chilled, cubed butter and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Form the Dough
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together but is not sticky. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Fruit Filling Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Fruit
Wash, peel (if necessary), and chop the fruit. Place it in a large bowl.
- 4
Mix with Sugar and Spices
Add granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the fruit. Toss to coat evenly.
Cream Filling Preparation
- 5
Whip the Cream
In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- 6
Add Stabilizers
If using gelatin, dissolve it in milk and let it cool slightly before folding it into the whipped cream. Gently mix until fully incorporated.
Assembling the Pie
- 7
- 8
Add Filling
For fruit pies, pour the fruit filling into the crust. For cream pies, spoon the whipped cream filling into the cooled crust.
- 9
Bake (for Fruit Pies)
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake fruit pies for about 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- 10
Chill (for Cream Pies)
Refrigerate cream pies for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serving
- 11
Slice and Serve
Once baked or chilled, slice the pie into wedges and serve with additional whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
