Vegetarian Cherry Pie
Description
Perfect with tea and coffee. Below I’ll tell you more, serve it cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Mix the flour and salt in a deep bowl.
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Step 3
Add the plant-based spread and use a fork to mix it with the flour until it reaches a crumbly texture.
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Step 4
Gradually pour in the water and knead into a smooth dough. Knead it for a couple of minutes. Roll it into a ball.
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Step 5
Divide the dough into 2 parts, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for half an hour.
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Step 6
Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Transfer the cherries to a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Add lemon zest, sugar, cornstarch, and vanillin.
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Step 7
Stir, bring to a boil, and remove from the heat.
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Step 8
Roll out half of the dough on a flat surface. Transfer it to a baking pan. Press the edges against the sides. Prick the bottom of the pie with a fork.
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Step 9
Cover with baking parchment, fill the pie with beans, and bake in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 10 minutes.
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Step 10
Remove the pie from the oven and trim the edges. Spread the cherry filling.
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Step 11
Roll out the second part of the dough and cut it into strips. Make a lattice on the pie. Bake for 30–35 minutes at 180 degrees until golden brown.
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Step 12
The vegetarian cherry pie is ready.