Walnut Pie

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Walnut Pie

Course Dessert
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

**Crust:**

  • 6 tbsp butter 85g, softened
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour a bit less than full

**Walnut Filling:**

  • 1 and 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream at room temperature
  • 3 cups chopped walnuts
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Start with the crust. Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar for about 2 minutes. Lightly whisk the eggs with salt, add them in, and whisk until combined. Add the flour and fold into a dough (no need to knead it). Divide into 2 discs, wrap them in cling film, and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Once the pastry dough is chilled, roll each half into a thin sheet large enough to cover a 9-inch pan.
  • Butter your tart pan, carefully place one sheet into the pan, and clean up the edges. Cut the other sheet into thick strips (3/4 inch) and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Make the caramel by heating the sugar in a pan over low heat for about 5-7 minutes until it melts into a light golden color. Add honey, then slowly pour in the cream while vigorously mixing. The cream will cause the caramel to bubble and solidify, but keep mixing until it reaches a thick consistency. Stir in the walnuts and add salt to taste.
  • Let the walnut mix cool. Meanwhile, create a lattice with the pastry strips on a sheet of wax paper. Fill the tart pan with the walnut filling, and carefully transfer the lattice on top. Pinch together the edges.
  • Bake for about 40-45 minutes until the pie turns a nice light golden color. If it starts to burn, cover with foil.
  • Serve! This pie is best enjoyed warm, especially with a scoop of ice cream. 🤤

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