Walnut Pie with Lemon Glaze
Baking and Desserts • Author's
Description
Walnut Pie with Lemon Glaze
Ingredients
- Wheat Flour 2¼ cups
- Meyer Lemon Juice 4 tablespoons
- Sugar 1¾ cups
- Powdered Sugar ¼ cup
- Butter 5 oz
- Brandy 3 tablespoons
- Farm fresh eggs 5 pieces
- Baking Powder 1 teaspoon
- Walnuts 2 cups
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
In a deep bowl, mix 1.75 cups of flour, 0.75 cups of sugar, butter, 1 egg, and baking powder, knead into a shortcrust pastry, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 2
For the sponge cake: Beat 4 eggs with 4 tablespoons of sugar until well combined, then add 4 tablespoons of flour and mix on the lowest speed for about 1 minute.
Step 3
Grind the walnuts together with 0.5 cups of sugar, pour in the brandy, and turn everything into a thick mass.
Step 4
Evenly distribute the shortcrust pastry on the bottom of a greased baking dish and create small edges.
Step 5
Next, spread the walnut mixture and pour the sponge cake batter on top.
Step 6
Place in a preheated oven at 375°F for 30–40 minutes (check for doneness with a wooden stick).
Step 7
Mix the lemon juice with powdered sugar and brush it onto the pie, allowing it to set.
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