Ingredients and Weight:
- Pie crust mix (1 box)
- Water (1/4 cup)
- Butter or margarine (1/2 cup)
- Sugar (1 cup)
- Flour (1/2 cup)
- Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
- Eggs (5 large)
- Milk (1 cup)
- Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
- Fresh fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, bananas, or peaches), sliced or chopped (1.5 cups)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pie crust according to package directions, using a 9-inch pie plate.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light and fluffy.
- Stir the milk and vanilla extract into the beaten eggs.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pie crust.
- Arrange the fruit evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving.
Nutritional Information:
One slice (1/8 of the pie) contains approximately:
- Calories: 300
- Protein: 6 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and airy filling
- Flaky crust
- Fresh fruit flavor
- Perfect for a summer dessert
User Comments:
- "This pie is delicious! The filling is so light and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly flaky."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this pie. The fruit adds a nice sweetness and tartness."
- "This pie is so easy to make. I'm not a great baker, but I was able to make it without any problems."
- "This pie is a hit with my family and friends. I've made it several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser."
- "I made this pie for a special occasion, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have fresh fruit, you can use frozen fruit. Just be sure to thaw it first.
- You can also use a different type of pie crust, such as graham cracker crust or shortbread crust.
- To make a gluten-free pie, use a gluten-free pie crust mix.