Join us in baking a Scrumptious Sour Plum Pie that marries the tartness of plums with the sweetness of a homemade crust. This recipe celebrates the natural zest of plums, enhancing their flavor with a delicate caramel crust. With simple ingredients and joyful preparation, this pie will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and provide a perfect blend of flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delightful dessert that's as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye.
Why You'll Love This: This Sour Plum Pie stands out for its exquisite balance of flavors. The tartness of the plums perfectly offsets the sweetness of the sugar, while the sour cream in the dough adds a creamy, rich texture that melts in your mouth. The final sprinkle of sugar caramelizes beautifully in the oven, creating a crisp, golden crust that's visually appealing and delicious. Each bite of this pie is a celebration of textures and flavors that plum and pie lovers will adore.
Perfect Occasion: This pie is perfect for any occasion, from a casual family dinner to a festive gathering. Serve it at a summer picnic, a fall potluck, or as a comforting treat during the colder months. It's also a splendid choice for holiday meals, offering a delightful alternative to traditional desserts.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful presentation, arrange thin slices of almond on top before baking to add a nutty flavor and a decorative touch. Once baked, dust lightly with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze for added sweetness and a polished look. Garnish with mint leaves for a pop of color and freshness.
Ingredients:
- 120 grams of melted butter
- 3 eggs
- 150 grams sour cream
- 250 grams flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 100 grams sugar, plus extra for topping
- Vanilla extract, to taste
- Plums, halved and pitted
- Almond slices for decoration (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F).
- Begin with the pie dough by whisking together the eggs and 100 grams of sugar until light and fluffy. You can use a mixer or a hand whisk.
- Add sour cream and the slightly cooled melted butter to the egg mixture. Stir well.
- Gradually mix in the flour and baking powder until the dough is smooth and tender. The consistency should be creamy but not too thick.
- Grease your 25 cm baking dish with a little butter and lightly dust with flour, tapping out the excess. This step ensures that your pie comes out easily after baking.
- Pour the dough into the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange the plum halves on top of the dough, pressing them down slightly.
- Sprinkle additional sugar over the plums to encourage caramelization and add almond slices if using.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes. If the top browns too quickly, cover the pie with foil after 20-25 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Check the pie’s doneness with a skewer or toothpick—it should come out clean when the pie is ready.
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Enjoy this delectable Sour Plum Pie, a treat that beautifully combines the unique sourness of plums with the sweet, caramelized crust for a truly memorable dessert experience!