How to make the Perfect Homemade Rhubarb Pie Recipe: A Bliss in Every Bite

A classic dessert is known by the name of Rhubarb Pie. It is colourful as well as flavorful, decorated with strawberries for a sweet dish. Various bakers fall into turning a pie into a runny pie. In this blog, let’s explore the Rhubarb Pie recipe, the ingredients you need, and some tips about strawberry rhubarb pie. So that you can enjoy a perfect bake.

What is Rhubarb Pie?

Rhubarb Pie originated in the  United Kingdom in the 1600s. It is made with a substantial amount of sugar to preserve the natural taste of tartness in Rhubarb. It is cooked or baked with a bottom crust. In North America and the Midwest, Rhubarb pie is the most favorite dessert because it features the lattice crust, particularly in England.

Ingredients Needed

There are certain ingredients you need for making Rhubarb Pie, which include:

Discs of Pie dough	2
Fresh Rhubarb (chopped)	6 Cups
Crushed Sugar	1 ¼ Cups
Cornstarch	¼ Cup
Vanilla Extract	2 Teaspoons
Covering of Lemon or Orange	½
Pinch of Salt	–
Unsalted Butter (Small pieces)	2 tablespoons
Egg (Beaten)	1

Step-by-Step Recipe

Step 1: Arrange the Fruits

If you are using already stored rhubarb, then cut it before storing and let it dry after defrosting. Then, in a large bowl, sling the rhubarb and sugar together for 30 minutes to take out unnecessary moisture.

Step 2: Blend the Filling

For filling, add the cornstarch, vanilla, some lemon or orange peelings, and a little pinch of salt into the rhubarb. Mix it until it turns into an equally coated mixture.

Step 3: Gather the Pie

Now take out one disc of dough and turn it into a 9-inch pie plate. After that, pour it into with rhubarb mixture that you have prepared and dot with butter. Now, take out the second disc and put it on top. Trim the corners for steaming.

Step 4: Apply Egg wash and bake it

Now, brush the crust with the beaten egg you have prepared. It will make your dessert shine and colour. Bake the rhubarb pie for at least 15 minutes at 220 degrees Celsius. Then for 40 minutes, decrease the heat to 175 degrees Celsius. Bake it until its colour turns golden and let the filling bubble. 

Step 5: Let it cool and serve

After the baking, let it place for cool for 3 hours and then slice it because it will help the filling to be set. For decoration, use a beautiful dish and serve it with some strawberries, vanilla ice cream.

Strawberry: Most Delicious Variant of Rhubarb Pie

Rhubarb Pie has a famous variety, Strawberry rhubarb pie. It is the mixture of rhubarb tartness and strawberry sweetness. This became popular in England and became a major staple in the kitchens of North America. As the strawberries give a blend of sweetness, that’s why most recipes use cornstarch to maintain the filling and texture.

Tips for Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

It is the most loved variant of rhubarb pie, but it also has some challenges. As strawberries include the moisture in the filling so there is a possibility that it can turn into a runny filling. So, here are some tips for your perfect baking:

• Dry the strawberries and rhubarb together before blending with sugar.
• Use the cornstarch for the setting of the filling.
• Also, balance the strawberries and sugar because both can increase the sweetness.
• Always pre-bake the crust for crispiness.

Conclusion

Both Rhubarb and strawberry rhubarb are classic desserts, and their satisfaction depends on the recipe and details. With the above-mentioned tips, your dessert is going to taste amazing and flavorful, like using cornstarch, setting the filling, and maintaining the level of sugar. Serve a sweet dessert with a sweet smile.