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Mary Berry Apple and Pear Pie

Mary Berry Apple and Pear Pie
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Mary Berry’s Apple and Pear Pie is a traditional British fruit pie made with soft, spiced apples and juicy pears baked inside a golden, crisp pastry crust. The natural flavors of the fruit are enhanced with cinnamon and brown sugar, making it a deliciously rich and comforting dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Shortcrust Pastry:

  • 250g (2 cups) plain flour
  • 125g (½ cup) cold unsalted butter (cubed)
  • 2 tbsp caster sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 3–4 tbsp cold water
  • A pinch of salt

For the Apple and Pear Filling:

  • 3 large apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
  • 2 large pears (peeled, cored, and sliced)
  • 75g (⅓ cup) light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornflour (to thicken)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

For Assembling the Pie:

  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Shortcrust Pastry

  • In a large bowl, rub the cold butter into the flour using your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Stir in the caster sugar and a pinch of salt.
  • Add the egg yolk and cold water gradually, mixing until a dough forms.
  • Shape into a ball, wrap in cling film, and chill for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Apple and Pear Filling

  • In a bowl, combine the sliced apples, pears, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  • Sprinkle in the cornflour and mix well to coat the fruit.

Step 3: Roll Out the Pastry

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F.
  • Roll out two-thirds of the pastry on a floured surface and line a 20cm pie dish.
  • Trim any excess and prick the base with a fork.

Step 4: Blind Bake the Pastry

  • Line the pastry with baking parchment and baking beans.
  • Bake for 12 minutes, remove the parchment and beans, and bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.

Step 5: Fill and Assemble the Pie

  • Spoon the apple and pear filling into the pre-baked pastry case.
  • Roll out the remaining one-third of the pastry and lay it over the filling, sealing the edges.
  • Cut small slits on top to allow steam to escape.

Step 6: Bake Until Golden

  • Brush the pie with beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

  • Allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve warm with custard, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.

Find it online: https://britishrecipeshub.co.uk/mary-berry-apple-and-pear-pie/