Best 2 French Pear Pie Recipes
Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our exquisite French Pear Pie, a culinary masterpiece that embodies the essence of rustic charm and refined elegance. Embark on a sensory journey as you savor the delicate sweetness of ripe pears, perfectly complemented by the rich, buttery crust and hints of warm spices. Discover the secrets behind this classic dessert, from selecting the ideal pears to mastering the art of creating a flaky, golden crust. Elevate your baking skills with our comprehensive guide, featuring three variations of this timeless treat: the traditional French Pear Pie, an indulgent Chocolate Pear Pie, and a delectable Pear and Almond Tart.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
FRENCH PEAR PIE
This is one of my family's greatest recipes. It is about 30 times better than apple pie, especially if you use fresh nutmeg. You can certainly substitute the pears for peaches too, if they're in season. Let cool or serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Provided by Ingrid F
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Sprinkle pears with lemon juice in a bowl. Mix white sugar and nutmeg in a separate small bowl; sprinkle over pears and mix thoroughly.
- Fit pie crust into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Cut butter, brown sugar, and flour together in a bowl using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles crumbs. Spoon pear mixture into pie shell and sprinkle top with brown sugar mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake until filling is bubbling and crumble topping is lightly browned, about 35 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.6 calories, Carbohydrate 72.6 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 203.1 mg, Sugar 41.1 g
FRENCH PEAR PIE
Fruit pies always make a good dessert, I think. Based on the reviews, I don't think any changes are necessary for this adopted recipe. The reviewer's suggestion of lemon juice instead of orange juice is a great idea if you're like me and always have lemons or lemon juice but rarely keep orange juice in the house.
Provided by GrandmaIsCooking
Categories Pie
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the pears, orange juice concentrate and lemon rind in a bowl and toss lightly.
- Arrange the pear mixture in the unbaked pie shell.
- Prepare the Spicy Crumb Topping (instructions below) and sprinkle over the pear mixture.
- Bake in a preheated 400 degree F. oven for 40 minutes or until the pears are tender.
- Cover loosely with aluminum foil after 30 minutes if the top becomes too brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
- SPICY CRUMB TOPPING:
- Combine the flour, sugar, spices and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in the margarine, using a pastry blender, until the mixture is crumbly.
Tips:
- For a sweeter pie, use ripe pears.
- To prevent the pears from browning, toss them with lemon juice.
- If you don't have a pastry brush, you can use a spoon to brush the egg wash onto the crust.
- Be careful not to overfill the pie crust, or the filling will bubble over.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This classic French pear pie is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pears, flaky crust, and creamy custard filling is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can make this pie at home and enjoy it with your friends and family.
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