Raisin Pie
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A delightful traditional raisin pie featuring a rich spiced filling and a naturally formed meringue top. This classic dessert bakes into a set, flavorful treat with warm notes of cinnamon and allspice.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 45 mins | None | 8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Pie plate
- Electric mixer
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Whole Eggs | separated |
| 2 cups | Sugar | granulated |
| 2 Tablespoons | Butter | softened |
| 3 tablespoons | Vinegar | standard |
| 1 teaspoon | Cinnamon | ground |
| 1 teaspoon | Allspice | ground |
| 1 teaspoon | Cloves | ground |
| 1 cup | Raisins | whole |
| 1 | Pie Crust | unbaked |
Instructions
Step 1: Mixing and Preparation
- Cream the 2 Tablespoons butter and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add beaten egg yolks and 3 tablespoons vinegar, then add 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon alspice, 1 teaspoon cloves, and 1 cup raisins.
- Beat well and fold in separately beaten egg whites.
Step 2: Baking
- Pour filling into an 1 unbaked pie crust.
- Cook slowly until thoroughly set, noting that this pie forms its own meringue while cooking.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The pie can be baked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before serving.
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