Cold Cherry Pie
4 servings
90 minutes
Cold cherry pie is a refined treat with delicate notes of sweet-sour cherry, creamy filling, and a crispy base. This dessert comes from European cuisine, where the harmony of flavors and textures is especially valued. The pie's base consists of a crumb mixture of galette with melted butter and powdered sugar, giving it fragility and richness. The filling made of soft cheese, eggs, and powdered sugar makes the pie velvety, while juicy canned cherries add a refreshing tartness. Cold cherry pie is perfect for summer evenings, cozy gatherings, or morning tea time. Its chilled texture makes it particularly enjoyable in hot weather, and the classic combination of cherry and creamy base is a favorite dessert for those who appreciate light sweetness.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Crumble the cookies and mix them with melted butter and half of the powdered sugar. Distribute the resulting mixture by hand on the bottom and sides of a heatproof round dish. Place in the refrigerator for a while to freeze the dough.
- Galettes (plain biscuits/crackers): 12 pieces
- Clarified butter (ghee): 50 g
- Icing sugar: 100 g
2
Beat the cheese (better to use ricotta), eggs, and the remaining powder. Pour the resulting mixture over the dough and place the form in the oven. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Soft cheese: 300 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Icing sugar: 100 g
3
Cool the baked pie for half an hour, then top with canned cherries. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve cold.
- Canned cherries: 400 g