First Christmas Pie
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with this heartwarming "First Christmas Pie," a rich and festive treat perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Encased in a buttery, flaky homemade crust, this pie is brimming with a luscious filling of mixed dried fruits, chopped nuts, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a citrusy kick from orange zest and juice. The sweet, syrupy fruit mixture infuses every bite with nostalgic holiday flavors, while a golden egg-washed crust adds a beautiful, flaky finish. Easy to make and visually stunning, this pie is a show-stopping centerpiece for any Christmas table. Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar for a snowy, festive touch and serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate holiday dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.25 cups unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cups ice water
- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries, chopped apricots)
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 0.5 cups chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 whole zest of one orange
- 0.25 cups orange juice
- 1 whole egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt for the pie crust.
Using a pastry cutter or your hands, cut the chilled butter into the flour mixture until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium saucepan, combine the dried fruits, brown sugar, chopped pecans or walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, orange zest, and orange juice.
Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 5–7 minutes, or until the mixture is syrupy and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Gently press the dough into the dish and trim any excess.
Pour the cooled fruit mixture into the pie crust and spread it evenly.
Roll out the second portion of dough and place it over the filling. Trim the edges, seal them by crimping with a fork or your fingers, and cut slits in the top crust for ventilation.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg to create a golden, glossy finish.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Optionally, dust the pie with powdered sugar before serving for a festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 290.2 g | 372% | |
| Saturated Fat | 157.9 g | 790% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 832 mg | 277% | |
| Sodium | 1352 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 607.8 g | 221% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 319.5 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 3328 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
