red bean pie recipe

How to Make a Classic Red Bean Pie

Red bean pie, a beloved dessert with a sweet, nutty filling and flaky crust, is surprisingly easy to make at home. Here’s a simple guide to baking this delightful treat.

Ingredients: For the crust, you’ll need 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup cold butter, 1 tsp salt, and 4 tbsp ice water. For the filling, combine 1 cup cooked red beans (mashed), 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup honey, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon.

Steps:

1. Prepare the crust: Mix flour and salt, cut in cold butter until crumbly, then add ice water gradually. Form a dough, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour.

2. Make the filling: In a saucepan, combine mashed beans, sugar, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring in cornstarch until thickened. Let cool.

3. Assemble and bake: Roll out the dough, fit into a 9-inch pie dish, and trim edges. Pour in the filling, cover with a lattice top or solid crust. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-45 minutes until golden.

Tips: For extra richness, add a tbsp of butter to the filling. Let the pie cool completely before slicing to set the filling. Enjoy this warm or chilled, with a dollop of whipped cream!