deep dish persimmon pie

Author of this recipe: Bong Bideaux

Savor a deep-dish Persimmon Pie with a crispy crust & sweet, spicy filling. Perfect for fall! #PersimmonPie #FallBaking #DeepDishPie

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Ingredients

• - **Persimmons** - Key ingredient to give the pie its distinct taste
• - **Crust**: All-purpose flour (2 cups), cold unsalted butter (1/2 cup, cut into small pieces), granulated sugar (1 tablespoon), salt (1/4 teaspoon), ice water (3 tablespoons)
• - **Filling**: Persimmon puree (2 cups), granulated sugar (1 1/2 cups), cornstarch (2 tablespoons), ground cinnamon (1 tablespoon), ground nutmeg (1 teaspoon), ground ginger (1 teaspoon), ground allspice (1/2 teaspoon)
• - **Optional Topping**: Granulated sugar (1/4 cup) for撒上糖粉增加层次感
• - **Egg Wash** (optional): Egg yolk (1) mixed with 1 teaspoon of water for a shiny finish

Steps

1. ### Deep Dish Persimmon Pie Recipe: A Sweet Autumn Delight
3. Persimmon pie is not just a dessert; it's an autumn treat that celebrates the harvest season with its unique flavors. This deep dish persimmon pie combines the rich taste of persimmons with sweet and buttery crust, perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy fall evening.
5. #### Ingredients
6. - **For the Crust:**
7. - 2 cups all-purpose flour
8. - 1/2 teaspoon salt
9. - 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
10. - 3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
12. - **For the Filling:**
13. - 5 ripe persimmons (Hoshigaki or Fuyu are best)
14. - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
15. - 1/4 cup cornstarch
16. - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
17. - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
18. - Zest of one orange
19. - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
21. - **For the Topping:**
22. - Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
24. #### Equipment Needed
25. - Mixing bowls
26. - Rolling pin
27. - Pie dish (9-inch deep dish)
28. - Aluminum foil
30. #### Step-by-Step Instructions
32. 1. **Prepare the Crust:**
33. - In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
34. - Cut in butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
35. - Gradually add ice water, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork it.
37. 2. **Roll Out the Crust:**
38. - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 1/8-inch thick. Carefully transfer the dough to your pie dish. Trim the edges and crimp as desired. Pre-bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Let it cool.
40. 3. **Prepare Persimmon Filling:**
41. - Peel, seed, and slice persimmons into chunks.
42. - In a saucepan, combine persimmons, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, and orange zest. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
44. 4. **Assemble the Pie:**
45. - Pour the persimmon filling into the pre-baked crust.
46. - Dot with softened butter if desired.
48. 5. **Bake the Persimmon Pie:**
49. - Cover the edges of the pie with aluminum foil to prevent overbrowning.
50. - Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
52. 6. **Cool and Serve:**
53. - Allow the persimmon pie to cool before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if you like a touch more sweetness on top.
54. - Enjoy this comforting dessert warm from the oven!
56. #### Tips for Perfect Persimmon Pie
57. - Choose ripe but firm persimmons; they should give slightly when pressed gently.
58. - For an extra rich flavor, use a mix of all-purpose flour and almond flour in your crust.
60. By following these steps, you'll create a deep dish persimmon pie that's sure to become a family favorite! Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual get-togethers, this pie offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.

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