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My Delightful Discovery: Easy Goumi Berry Pie

I’m thrilled to share my easy goumi berry pie recipe with you! If you’re wondering, ‘What in the world is a goumi berry?’ – don’t worry, I was in the same boat not too long ago. Goumi berries, also known as gumi or silver berries, are tart-sweet fruits that I discovered growing in my neighbor’s yard. They’re packed with vitamins and have a unique flavor that’s a cross between a cherry and a cranberry. Let me walk you through how I turn these little-known berries into a delicious pie!

My Goumi Pie Ingredients

• 4 cups of fresh goumi berries (I pick these from my neighbor’s bushes, but you might find them at farmers markets or specialty stores)
• 1 cup of granulated sugar (I sometimes use a bit less if the berries are sweeter)
• 1/4 cup of cornstarch (this helps thicken the filling)
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)
• 1/4 teaspoon of almond extract (my secret ingredient that complements the goumi flavor beautifully)
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 double pie crust (I use my grandmother’s recipe, but store-bought works too)
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Coarse sugar for sprinkling (optional, but I love the crunch it adds)

My Step-by-Step Goumi Pie Process

1. First, I preheat my oven to 375°F (190°C). While it’s heating up, I prepare my goumi berries. I remove any stems and rinse them thoroughly.
2. In a large bowl, I gently mix the goumi berries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, almond extract, and salt. I let this sit for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the berries to release some juice.
3. Next, I roll out one of my pie crusts and carefully place it in a 9-inch pie dish. I trim the edges, leaving about a 1/2 inch overhang.
4. I pour the goumi berry mixture into the crust, making sure it’s evenly distributed. Then, I dot the top with the small pieces of butter.
5. For the top crust, I like to get creative. Sometimes I do a lattice pattern, other times I cut out fun shapes. Whatever I choose, I make sure to leave some vents for steam to escape.
6. I place the top crust over the filling, trim the edges, and crimp them together to seal. Then, I brush the top with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if I’m using it.
7. I pop the pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 50-55 minutes. I know it’s done when the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
8. Here’s the hardest part – I let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing. This allows the filling to set properly.

Serving My Goumi Pie

I love serving this pie slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The contrast between the tart-sweet goumi filling and the creamy ice cream is just heavenly! Here are a few other ways I enjoy it:

• With a dollop of whipped cream
• Paired with a sharp cheddar cheese (trust me, it’s delicious!)
• On its own for breakfast (I won’t tell if you won’t!)

One of the things I love most about this recipe is how it showcases a unique fruit that many people haven’t tried before. Goumi berries have become my secret ingredient for impressing guests at dinner parties!

If you can’t find goumi berries, don’t worry. This recipe works well with other tart berries like cranberries or even a mix of cherries and raspberries. The almond extract really helps to bring out the fruit flavors, regardless of what you use.

I hope you enjoy making and eating this goumi berry pie as much as I do. It’s a delightful way to explore a new fruit and create a dessert that’s sure to spark conversation. Happy baking!