Jump Rope Pie is a delightful and playful dessert that combines the nostalgia of childhood jump rope games with the sweet satisfaction of a pie. This recipe features a buttery pie crust filled with a creamy vanilla custard and topped with fresh berries. It's a perfect dessert for summer picnics or family gatherings. And the best part? You can even enjoy some jump rope fun while you wait for the pie to bake!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold diced butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Press the dough into the dish and trim any excess.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to temper the eggs. Then, slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, whisking constantly.
- Continue cooking and whisking for another 2 minutes until the custard has thickened. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the custard into the prepared pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or until set.
- Before serving, top the pie with fresh mixed berries. You can arrange them in a decorative pattern or simply scatter them over the custard. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Jump Rope Pie gets its name from the tradition of jumping rope while waiting for the pie to bake.
This dessert combines the creamy goodness of a custard pie with the refreshing taste of fresh berries.
Jumping rope is a great way to burn calories and have fun at the same time. So why not indulge in a slice of Jump Rope Pie after a workout?