Description
A heartwarming Grafton Pie recipe featuring a blend of juicy fruits in a buttery, flaky crust, perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups fresh fruit (e.g., apples, blueberries, peaches)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, sugar, and salt until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract, stirring until a dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into a pie pan, covering the sides well.
- In another bowl, mix fresh fruit with lemon juice, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Pour the fruit mixture into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- Top with a lattice or crumble topping if desired.
- Brush the top with the whisked egg.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. The pie can be customized with seasonal fruits or toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg