Indulge in a culinary journey with our Brandied Date and Walnut Pie, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dessert combines the richness of brandy-soaked dates with the crunch of walnuts, all nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. The boozy caramel sauce adds a touch of decadence, while the whipped cream topping provides a light and airy contrast. But that's not all; this article also features a collection of enticing recipes that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Discover the classic charm of our Apple Pie, with its tender, cinnamon-spiced filling wrapped in a golden crust. Dive into the tangy delight of our Lemon Meringue Pie, where a velvety lemon curd filling meets a cloud-like meringue topping. And for chocolate lovers, our Chocolate Cream Pie awaits, a luscious combination of creamy chocolate filling and a graham cracker crust. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making them the stars of any dessert table.
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MRS. AVER'S DATE WALNUT PIE
Found this in an old recipe file of my mother's. It was cut from a newspaper with this notation: Date Walnut Pie, First Prize, Mrs. DeWitt E. Aver, R.R. 3, Noblesville. Mrs. Aver, wherever you are, thank you for this delightful prize-winning pie recipe. Photo Credit: Meredith Heuer
Provided by Ellen Bales
Categories Pies
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, beat together sugar, syrup, salt, flour, and eggs. Mix well. Add melted butter, vanilla, nuts and dates (cut in pieces).
- 2. Pour into shell and bake for 10 minutes at 450 degrees. Then lower oven temperature to 300 degrees and continue baking for another 50 minutes, or until filling is set.
MINCEMEAT-WALNUT PIE
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 375-degrees F. In medium-sized bowl, lightly beat 1 egg. Stir in mincemeat; spoon into prepared crust. In same bowl, beat remaining 3 eggs until frothy. Stir in sugar, corn syrup, brandy, butter, & salt until well combined. Fold in walnuts, Spoon over mincemeat in crust.
- 2. Bake pie 50-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in center of walnut layer comes out clean. Cool on wire rack completely before cutting. Serve with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
EASY PASTRY DOUGH
Steps:
- Blend first 4 ingredients in processor 10 seconds. Add shortening; process just until very coarse meal forms. Beat egg with 2 tablespoons water; add to processor. Blend until large moist clumps form, adding more water if dry. Gather dough into ball; divide in half. Flatten each piece into disk. Wrap in plastic; chill at least 1 hour. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled. Let dough soften slightly before rolling out.)
Tips:
- Use a combination of fresh and dried dates for a more complex flavor and texture.
- If your dates are very dry, soak them in hot water for 10 minutes before using.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and slightly browned.
- Use a good quality brandy for the best flavor. A VSOP or XO brandy is ideal.
- Don't overmix the pie filling or it will become tough.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving.
Conclusion:
Brandied date and walnut pie is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet dates, crunchy walnuts, and smooth brandy custard is simply irresistible. With its rich flavor and beautiful presentation, this pie is sure to impress your guests.
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