Bang! Bang! Pie Recipe
6 Slices, rotating selection
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Add Butter
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together without being sticky.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Roll Out Dough
After chilling, roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan.
- 6
Filling
- 7
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine fresh berries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss gently to combine and set aside to let the berries release their juices.
- 8
Assemble the Filling
Once the crust is pre-baked, pour the berry mixture into the crust, spreading evenly.
Topping
- 9
Make the Whipped Cream
In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream on medium speed until it starts to thicken.
- 10
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue to whip until soft peaks form.
- 11
Serve the Pie
Once the pie has cooled, top each slice with a dollop of whipped cream before serving.