Cherry pie with a dough lid

Cherry Pie - a Savory Traditional Recipe

Are you looking for a quick and delicious dessert that surprises with its aroma? Cherry pie, with a crispy dough lid, is the perfect choice! This simple dessert will bring the taste of summer to your table, even on cooler days.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Number of servings: 8

Ingredients:

- 200 g butter (at room temperature)
- 200 g powdered sugar
- 250 g flour
- 60 g starch
- 5-6 eggs (depending on their size)
- 600 g cherries (pitted)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 100 ml milk
- 30 g butter (for greasing the pan)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Vanilla sugar (for dusting)

Step by step:

1. Preparing the ingredients: Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature, especially the butter and eggs, to achieve a uniform mixture.

2. Mixing the ingredients: In a large bowl, place the soft butter and powdered sugar. Use a mixer to combine them well until you get a fluffy and homogeneous cream. This step is essential for achieving a fine texture for the pie.

3. Adding the egg yolks: Incorporate the egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the baking powder dissolved in lemon juice. This combination will help the pie rise beautifully.

4. Flour and milk: The next step is to add the flour and starch, alternating with the milk. Gently mix with a spatula to avoid losing air from the mixture.

5. Beaten egg whites: Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. These will give volume to the pie. Gently fold them into the mixture above using a spatula, with up-and-down motions.

6. Preparing the pan: Grease a pan with butter and dust it with flour. This will help the pie not to stick.

7. Adding the mixture: Pour half of the dough mixture into the pan and level it with a spatula. Add the pitted cherries on top. If you want to cover the pie, now is the time to prepare the additional dough.

8. The dough lid: Mix the remaining ingredients (100 g butter, 100 g flour, 100 g sugar, and 3 eggs) to form a dough. Roll it out and place it over the cherries. Don't forget to make a few slits in the dough lid to allow steam to escape.

9. Baking: Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the pie for 30 minutes. Check if it is baked by inserting a toothpick – it should come out clean.

10. Finishing: Once baked, let the pie cool slightly, then dust it with powdered sugar mixed with vanilla sugar. This detail will add an elegant look and a sweet taste.

Serving suggestion: Cut the pie into portions and serve warm or at room temperature, alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of sour cream.

Possible variations: You can replace the cherries with sweet cherries or peaches to explore other flavors. Also, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a distinct aromatic note.

This cherry pie is not just a dessert but also a way to bring a touch of joy to every meal. Whether you make it for a special occasion or simply to indulge yourself, it will surely be a hit!