Swabian blackcurrant pie
Description
Homemade baked goods for tea. The story goes that the classic recipe is for a Swabian red currant pie, but in this case, a more piquant and, in my opinion, aromatic black berry is used. This pie is an example of simple yet exquisite baking that is definitely worth making.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Sift the flour together with baking powder and salt onto the work surface. Cut the butter, previously taken out of the refrigerator, into small cubes. Do not use margarine in the recipe for Swabian blackcurrant pie.
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Step 2
2. Chop the butter with a knife in the flour until it forms crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a deep bowl and add the yolks, carefully separated from the whites. Add sugar and begin kneading the dough.
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Step 3
3. The dough will be soft, easy to knead, and pleasant to work with.
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Step 4
4. If time permits, it's better to refrigerate the dough for 30-45 minutes. Meanwhile, you can wash the berries, remove the stems, and dry them thoroughly.
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Step 5
5. Chill the egg whites and start beating. First at a slow speed, gradually increasing. You should get a firm and dense mixture.
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Step 6
6. Gently add the berries and smoothly mix them into the egg whites. To ensure the Swabian blackcurrant pie is tender when made at home, it's important not to lose the lightness of the egg whites.
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Step 7
7. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and press it by hand into a pan with raised edges. Place the filling in the center and spread it evenly.
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Step 8
8. Place the pan in a preheated oven for about 25 minutes. It's important to make sure the top doesn't brown too early. That's the whole simple recipe for Swabian blackcurrant pie.