Orange Blossom Pie
Orange Blossom Pie is a classic American dessert that combines the refreshing taste of oranges with a sweet and buttery pie crust.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 195 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Pie crust
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- optional for garnish Orange slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, combine the orange zest, orange juice, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Gradually add the hot orange mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes, until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 2 hours.
- Serve with whipped cream and garnish with orange slices, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 28g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.