Rustic apricot pie –There’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of a pie baking in the oven, especially when it’s a Rustic Apricot Pie. This delightful dessert brings the sweetness of ripe apricots together with a flaky crust, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful recipe!
Rustic Apricot Pie
Here’s a beautiful image of the Rustic Apricot Pie that showcases its delicious, golden crust and juicy filling. Just looking at it makes my mouth water!
Ingredients
To make this scrumptious pie, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 6 to 8 apricots, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter, to dot
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon milk (for egg wash)
Instructions
Follow these steps to create your own Rustic Apricot Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the chilled, diced butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture comes together into a dough. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in another bowl, toss the sliced apricots with the brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Roll out one of the dough discs on a floured surface and place it in a pie pan, allowing the excess to hang over the edges.
- Pour the apricot mixture into the crust and dot with small pieces of butter.
- Roll out the second dough disc and cover the pie; trim and crimp the edges to seal.
- In a small bowl, mix egg yolk and milk to create an egg wash. Brush the mixture over the crust for a beautiful, golden finish.
- Cut slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade Rustic Apricot Pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!
This Rustic Apricot Pie recipe is not only about enjoying a delicious dessert; it’s about creating memories in the kitchen and sharing them with loved ones. So gather your ingredients and get baking! You won’t regret it.