Pleasing Pear Pie
Delight your taste buds with this Pleasing Pear Pie, a show-stopping dessert that combines the natural sweetness of fresh, ripe pears with warm, comforting spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Encased in a flaky, golden double crust and kissed with a luscious hint of brown sugar, this pie strikes the perfect balance between cozy and elegant. The pear filling is thickened with a touch of cornstarch, ensuring every slice is perfect, while a light egg wash gives the crust a beautifully glossy finish. Whether you opt for a classic solid top or a decorative lattice design, this homemade pie is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, ideal for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or simply treating yourself. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or enjoy it on its own as the star of your dessert table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole (medium-sized) fresh ripe pears
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 discs (enough for a double crust) basic pie crust dough
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) coarse sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel, core, and slice the pears into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Toss the pear slices with lemon juice to prevent browning and enhance flavor.
In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Sprinkle this mixture over the pears and toss to coat evenly.
Roll out one disc of pie crust dough on a lightly floured surface until it is about 12 inches in diameter. Gently transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish, allowing the edges to overhang slightly.
Pour the pear mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly. Dot the filling with small pieces of the unsalted butter.
Roll out the second disc of pie crust dough to the same size as the first. Place it over the filling, or cut strips to create a lattice pattern if preferred. Trim and crimp the edges of the dough to seal the pie.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush it over the top crust to give it a golden, glossy finish. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Place the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing to let the filling set.
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your Pleasing Pear Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.3 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.1 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 442 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 3339 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 780.3 g | 284% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.8 g | 192% | |
| Total Sugars | 308.8 g | ||
| Protein | 58.7 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 1809 mg | 38% | |
*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.
