Camembert Pie
6 servings
90 minutes
Camembert pie is a true embodiment of European gastronomic elegance. The tender and velvety camembert fills the pastry with a rich creamy flavor and subtle nutty notes. Its history begins in France, where this cheese is revered as a true culinary masterpiece. Combined with crispy yeast dough and aromatic spices like ginger and turmeric, the pie gains a refined spicy depth. A small amount of powdered sugar adds an exquisite sweetness, making it a perfect addition to evening tea time. Served hot with a light crust that melts in the mouth, this pie pairs wonderfully with white wine or herbal tea. It is ideal for both cozy family dinners and festive treats.
1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Roll out the dough to fit a round mold. Place it in the mold, cover with parchment, and fill with beans or grains to prevent the dough from rising during baking. Bake for 10-15 minutes, then remove the paper with the grains and let it cool.
- Yeasted puff pastry: 250 g
2
Melt the cheese in a water bath and add cream to it. Mix well. Add lightly beaten eggs, powdered sugar, ginger, and turmeric. Mix well and spread over the dough. Bake for 30 minutes in the oven, reducing the temperature to 190 degrees, until the pie is covered with a light brown crust. Serve immediately.
- Camembert cheese: 250 g
- Cream: 250 ml
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Icing sugar: 15 g
- Ground ginger: 5 g
- Turmeric: pinch
