Dessert Pie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.25 cups of granulated sugar, and 0.5 tsp of salt. Mix well.
- 2
Cut in the Butter
Add 0.5 cups of unsalted butter, cut into small cubes, and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add 3 tablespoons of cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. You may not need all the water.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Fruit
Wash and slice your choice of fresh fruit (apples, berries, or peaches) until you have about 4 cups. Place in a large bowl.
- 6
Mix Filling Ingredients
In the bowl with the fruit, add 0.75 cups of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Toss until the fruit is evenly coated.
Assembling and Baking
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 8
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie pan, pressing it into the edges.
- 9
Add the Filling
Pour the prepared fruit filling into the crust, spreading it out evenly.
- 10
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes. Serve warm topped with whipped cream and fresh mint leaves to taste.