Discover the ultimate pear pie for winter gatherings

A pleasant, enveloping aroma spreads throughout the apartment as this pie bakes in the oven. You don't even need special molds to prepare this tart. All you need is good shortcrust pastry, a pot lid, and a bit of creativity. It's a tasty twist on the classic apple pie, which might have become a little tiresome.

Winter is a time when fresh fruits don't offer much variety. Instead of wistfully sighing for strawberries or baking an apple pie once again, opt for a shortcrust pastry pie with pears. They are accompanied by cinnamon and walnuts, making every bite a delicious mix of spicy aromas, crunchiness, and sweetness.

This pie is perfect for winter evenings or family gatherings. It also makes an excellent addition to the Christmas table.

Ingredients:

Shortcrust Pastry

• 5 oz flour
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 1 packet of vanilla sugar
• 3.5 oz butter
• 2 egg yolks

Filling

• 1/4 cup water
• 4 pears
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1 cup walnuts

Instructions:

Step 1. In a bowl, combine butter, sugar, vanilla sugar, egg yolks, and flour to make a smooth dough. Wrap it in plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator.

Step 2. Peel the pears, cut them into cubes, and transfer them to a pot. Add water, sugar, and cinnamon, and heat the mixture until the pears are soft and caramelized.

Step 3. Take 1/3 of the chilled dough and place it in the freezer. Roll out the remaining dough between two sheets of baking paper. Dust with flour and use a large lid to trace a round base.

Step 4. Score the edges of the dough and transfer it with the paper onto a baking sheet. Place the pear filling in the center. Fold the scored edges inward and top them with walnuts. Grate the chilled dough on top. Bake in an oven preheated to 340°F for 15 minutes.

Step 5. Once cooled, decorate the pie with powdered sugar. Enjoy!