Golden Oldie Old Fashioned Raisin Pie

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Classic Golden Oldie Old Fashioned Raisin Pie recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups seedless raisins
2 cups boiling water
1/2 - 1 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon fresh lemon rind , grated
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or 3 tablespoons bottled lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 pastry for a double-crust 9-inch pie
1 egg white , beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
392
Sugar
27g
Fat
15g
Golden Oldie Old Fashioned Raisin Pie is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. The pie has a sweet and tart filling that is made with juicy raisins and a hint of lemon juice and grated lemon rind. The pastry crust is flaky and buttery, which makes this pie a comfort food favorite. This Golden Oldie Old Fashioned Raisin Pie is perfect for any occasion, whether it's served at a family gathering, afternoon tea or simply as a light snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2.In a medium saucepan, cook the raisins in boiling water for 5 minutes; drain and reserve 1 1/2 cups of the drained water.
3.In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and flour. Stir in the lemon rind, lemon juice, salt, and reserved water. Stir well.
4.Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and boils. Boil for 1 minute.
5.Set aside and let cool.
6.Roll out the pastry and use half to line a 9-inch pie plate. Trim the edges. Add the raisin filling. Make sure to spread it evenly.
7.Roll out the remaining dough and use it to cover the pie filling. Trim the edges and use a fork to press the top and bottom pastry edges together.
8.Brush the pie with beaten egg white and cut a few slits in the top crust to let the steam escape.
9.Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

PROS

Golden Oldie Old Fashioned Raisin Pie is a classic pie that is both sweet and tart.
It’s easy to make and has a warm and cozy feel.

It’s perfect for dessert, afternoon tea or a light snack.

CONS

If you’re not a fan of raisins, this pie might not be for you.
It can also be high in sugar if you use more brown sugar than the recipe calls for.

Additionally, some may find the pie too sweet or too tart.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Raisins are an excellent source of fiber, iron and potassium. They are also very low in fat and sodium. Consuming raisins can help promote healthy digestion and may even help reduce the risk of certain cancers.

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