Plum pie (open)
Description
Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. The distinctive feature of upside-down cakes is that the filling needs to be pre-cooked—in this case, simmered in a sweet syrup. This process makes the apples and plums softer and sweeter. Moreover, the sugar-honey syrup slightly caramelizes the fruits, helping them retain their color and shape after baking. The "Brise" dough rises slightly in the oven and develops a flaky texture, making it an ideal choice for an upside-down cake. So take a look—you can serve it with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Mix the sifted flour with sugar and salt, add the cubed cold butter, and blend using a blender until it reaches a crumbly consistency. Add vinegar to the water, mix, and incorporate into the flour mixture.
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Step 2
2. Quickly knead the dough (for 4 minutes). Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate. Remove pits from plums, slice apples into thin wedges.
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Step 3
3. Pour water into a preheated skillet, mix with sugar, and bring to a boil. Add honey and let the syrup boil. Add the fruit and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 3–5 minutes. Let the filling cool slightly.
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Step 4
4. Place the filling into the pan and smooth it out. Roll out the dough into a 5 mm thick layer, place it on top of the filling, and slightly tuck the edges underneath the filling.
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Step 5
5. Cover the pie with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 30-35 minutes. Remove the foil 10 minutes before the end of baking.