Homemade plum pie
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this homemade plum pie, bursting with the sweetness of ripe plums and warm spices.
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter (cut into small cubes),granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, mix the ingredients together until they resemble coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit the pie dish, then carefully transfer it to the greased dish. Trim any excess dough from the edges and crimp as desired.
- Prepare the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter (cut into small cubes),granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, mix the ingredients together until they resemble coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit the pie dish, then carefully transfer it to the greased dish. Trim any excess dough from the edges and crimp as desired.
- Prepare the Plum Filling
- Wash and pit ripe plums, then slice them thinly.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced plums with granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well coated.
- Spread the plum mixture evenly over the prepared crust.
- Bake the Pie
- Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool in the pie dish for at least 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the plum pie warm or at room temperature, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Enjoy!
- Slice and enjoy this delicious homemade plum pie with your favorite hot beverage or as a delightful dessert after a comforting meal!
Recipe notes
- If plums are not in season, you can use frozen plums or substitute with other stone fruits like peaches or cherries.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar in the filling according to the sweetness of the plums and your personal preference.
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle chopped almonds or almond meal over the plum filling before baking.
- Serve the pie warm for a comforting treat, or chill it in the refrigerator and serve cold on hot summer days.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat before serving if desired.
Ingredients
Serves 8 people
Measurement system
For the Crust:
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons ice-cold water
For the Plum Filling:
- 4 cups ripe plums, thinly sliced and pitted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt