Open pie with berries

Cookinero 3 November 2022

In summer desserts, you really want to have less dough and more berries. Our pie is just like that, but the filling makes the dough incredibly tasty, so have time to try it before the guests snatch it all up

How to cook Open pie with berries

Step 1

Open pie with berries

Cut chilled butter into small cubes. Separate the yolk and white. Add the yolk, 50 g of powdered sugar, vanilla seeds and sifted flour to the butter. Chop the mixture with a knife or in a food processor into small crumbs.

Step 2

Open pie with berries

Transfer the mixture to a floured board and knead quickly until smooth. Divide into 3 equal parts, connect two. Wrap large and small pieces of dough in cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Open pie with berries

Cut the strawberries into 2-4 parts, depending on the size, mix in a saucepan with currants, add sugar and vanilla seeds. Cook over medium heat until the currants begin to burst. Drain the berries in a sieve, reserving the syrup.

Step 4

Open pie with berries

Roll out most of the dough into a layer no more than 5 mm thick. Line a detachable heat-resistant form with a diameter of 22–24 cm with baking paper. Lay out a layer of dough, form sides. Poke a few holes all over the bottom with a fork. Lay a circle cut out of baking paper, cover with dry beans. Bake in the oven at 180°C for 10-15 minutes, until light golden brown.

Step 5

Open pie with berries

Remove beans and paper. Bake another 7-10 minutes. Roll out the remaining piece of dough, cut into squares with a side of 4-5 cm.

Step 6

Open pie with berries

Sprinkle the dough with almonds. Lay out the filling and sprinkle with 2-3 tbsp. l. syrup. Lay the raw dough (squares) on the filling in a chaotic manner. With a silicone brush, brush the pieces with lightly beaten protein and sprinkle with a mixture of cinnamon and the remaining powdered sugar. Cover the edges of the pie (baked base) with foil and bake the pie for 20–25 minutes. until fully prepared. Remove the form from the oven, cool a little and serve with ice cream poured over with the remaining syrup.

Open pie with berries - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can! Just make sure to thaw them completely and drain any excess liquid before adding them to the saucepan to cook with the sugar and vanilla. This will help prevent the pie from becoming too soggy.
Feel free to experiment with other berries like raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries. You could also add sliced stone fruits like peaches or plums for a different flavor profile.
This open pie is best enjoyed fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Cover it loosely with plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container to prevent it from drying out.
While you can freeze the baked pie, the crust may become slightly less crisp upon thawing. To freeze, wrap the cooled pie tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving. You can also freeze just the uncooked dough. Wrap it well, and it will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before using.
Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend suitable for baking. Make sure the blend contains xanthan gum or another binder for best results.
You can use rice, lentils, or even sugar as substitutes for dry beans when blind baking the crust. These will all work to weigh down the baking paper and prevent the crust from puffing up.
Yes, you can use a pre-made pie crust as a shortcut! Just be sure to par-bake it according to the package directions before adding the filling. This will help ensure that the crust is fully cooked and golden brown.
Adjust the amount of sugar used in the berry filling according to your taste. If your berries are already quite sweet, you might want to reduce the sugar. You can also use a sugar substitute if desired.

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