Sandy pie with black currants
Description
Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. This simple blackcurrant shortcrust pie made at home is an ideal combination of hearty and light dessert. The crust turns out very crisp, while the top is tender and juicy. It's best to use berries both during baking and when serving, decorating the pie on top. Can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Start by preparing the crust. Sift flour and baking powder into a deep bowl. Mix well.
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Step 2
2. Carefully separate the yolks and add them to the dough (set the egg whites aside, you'll need them later). Add sugar and place in the butter. For added flavor, you can also add a bit of orange or lemon zest to the recipe for the black currant shortbread pie. Mix everything thoroughly until smooth.
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Step 3
3. Place the dough in a heatproof dish. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Next, preheat the oven and place the cake inside for about 15-25 minutes (depending on the size of the pan and the thickness of the dough). The edges should turn slightly golden brown. Remove the cake and let it cool slightly.
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Step 5
5. It's time to prepare the filling. For this, place the egg whites in a deep bowl with a pinch of salt and beat. Add sugar and cornstarch. Beat the mixture for at least 5 minutes, until stiff peaks form.
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Step 6
6. Wash the berries and thoroughly dry them with a paper towel. This blackcurrant crumble pie will be served with fresh berries as a garnish, so only half of them are added to the filling. Gently mix.
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Step 7
7. Place the whipped egg whites with berries onto the cake layer and smooth them out. Put the pan in the oven for about 10-12 minutes.
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Step 8
8. Once a golden-brown top forms, the pie is ready to be taken out. After it cools down slightly, sprinkle it with berries and serve.
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Step 9
9. Here is a very simple way to make a blackcurrant shortcrust pie. If desired, you can also serve it with ice cream—it will be even more delicious!