When you think of seasonal desserts, you you ever consider a pie? Indian summers can be harsh, but using seasonal fruits like mangoes or oranges can be a great way to make homemade desserts using local, seasonal produce. Since you can use more than one fruit to make a pie, consider using similar stone fruits or water-rich fruits to make pies for summer, which can be frozen in batches.
Berries are another great ingredient for summer pies since they’re in season during summer and also add an elevated tartness to the pie’s sweet profile. You can include other local nutritious ingredients in your pie like yoghurt, strained curd, lemon juice or some fermented condiments. Here are some easy seasonal fruit pies you can make this season
Summer Berry Pie
Summer is about the abundance of vibrant berries, including strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. A summer berry pie celebrates the sweetness and juiciness of these seasonal fruits, combining them in a flaky, buttery crust. The medley of flavors creates a symphony of sweetness with just the right amount of tartness. Serve this pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate summer dessert that captures the essence of sunny days and lazy picnics.
Apple Pie
As the weather cools and leaves begin to change, embrace the comforting flavors of fall, and nothing says autumn quite like a classic apple pie. Crisp, tart apples are layered in a buttery pie crust and seasoned with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The aroma of baking apples fills the kitchen, evoking memories of cozy gatherings and holiday celebrations. Serve slices of warm apple pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of cinnamon ice cream for a quintessential fall treat.
Citrus Pie
Explore bright and tangy citrus fruits that come into the season, bringing a burst of sunshine to your palate. A citrus pie showcases the vibrant flavours of oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits, combined in a tangy custard filling and nestled in a flaky pastry crust. The citrusy zing of the filling is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the crust, creating a refreshing and invigorating dessert that's sure to brighten even the harshest of weather.
Spring Rhubarb Pie
A spring rhubarb pie celebrates the tart and tangy flavor of this vibrant pink stalk, paired with sweet strawberries or apples to balance the acidity. The combination of rhubarb and strawberries creates a harmonious blend of sweet and tart flavors, reminiscent of springtime picnics and garden gatherings. Serve slices of rhubarb pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for a sweet taste of spring.
Tropical Mango Pie
For those craving a taste of the tropics, a mango pie is the perfect way to transport your taste buds to sun-drenched beaches and palm-fringed islands. Ripe and juicy mangoes are pureed into a silky filling and poured into a buttery graham cracker crust, creating a luscious dessert with a tropical twist. The natural sweetness of the mangoes shines through in every bite, while a hint of lime zest adds a refreshing citrusy note. Garnish slices of mango pie with fresh mint leaves or toasted coconut