Pear Ginger Pie Recipe
A delightful Pear Ginger Pie featuring tender sliced pears infused with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, encased in a flaky double crust. This comforting dessert balances sweetness with a hint of fresh ginger, making it perfect for autumn and winter gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Filling
- 6 cups thinly sliced, peeled pears
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon butter
Crust
- 1 (9-inch) double pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature by the time the pie is assembled for even baking.
- Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced pears with granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, lemon juice, and grated fresh ginger. Mix well until pears are evenly coated with the spices and sugars, which helps develop the flavor and thicken the filling.
- Roll Out Bottom Crust: Roll out one half of the double pie crust and fit it carefully into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim the edges so they fit neatly inside the plate without excess hanging over.
- Fill Pie: Pour the pear mixture into the bottom crust, spreading it out evenly. Dot the filling with the tablespoon of butter, which adds richness and flavor as it melts during baking.
- Top Crust: Roll out the second half of the pie crust and place it over the filling. Trim the edges and crimp them together to seal the pie. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape and prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the filling is bubbly, indicating it is cooked through and ready.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before serving. Cooling helps the filling set and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm pears to maintain texture after baking.
- Fresh ginger adds a spicy warmth; adjust quantity to taste.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
- This pie can be made with store-bought or homemade pie crust.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing to prevent filling from leaking.
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