Lattice Pie with Pears and Vanilla Brown Butter

The lattice pie is a classic dessert that dates back to medieval times. It was traditionally made with a savory filling, but over time, sweet fillings like fruits and custards became more popular.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Lattice Pie with Pears and Vanilla Brown Butter

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup Pears
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup All-Purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 unit Egg
• 2 unit Pie Crust

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel, core, and slice the pears.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pears, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt.
4. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the brown butter over the pear mixture and toss to combine.
6. Roll out one pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Spoon the pear mixture into the crust.
7. Roll out the second pie crust and cut it into lattice strips. Arrange the strips over the filling in a lattice pattern.
8. Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the lattice crust.
9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
10. Allow the pie to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.