Pear & Orange Delight Pie

Ingredients the Crust:

• 250 g (9 oz) whole-grain spelt flour
• 60 g (2 oz) sweetener of choice (e.g., xylitol or another)
• 100 g (3.5 oz) light butter
• 60 g (2 oz) low-fat cheese (quark or similar)
• ½ tsp salt
• 5 tbsp water
• About 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for rolling

Filling:

• 5 medium firm pears (350–400 g / 12–14 oz peeled and grated)
• 1 egg yolk
• Juice of 1 orange
• 150 ml (5 fl oz) heavy whipping cream

Other:

• 1 egg white for brushing

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix spelt flour, sweetener, and salt. Add butter and cheese, and mix briefly with a spoon, then knead by hand until the dough forms a smooth ball. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough a little more, then divide it into two parts (⅔ and ⅓). Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and refrigerate while preparing the filling.
2. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
3. Wash, peel, and core the pears, then grate them. Whip the cream, then fold in the egg yolk and orange juice. Combine this mixture with the grated pears.
4. Lightly grease a round pie pan. Press the larger portion of dough into the pan, ensuring the edges are raised along the sides. Spread the pear filling evenly over the crust.
5. Roll out the smaller dough portion on a floured surface into a circle large enough to cover the pie. Place it over the filling and press the edges to seal. Lightly score the top with a knife, brush with egg white, and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing, as this ensures the filling sets properly and holds its shape.