Golden Treasure Pie

This Golden Treasure Pie offers a delightful twist on traditional fruit desserts by incorporating creamed cottage cheese for a rich, smooth texture. The filling combines the bright, tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple with a velvety custard base made from eggs, milk, and vanilla. Unlike typical fruit pies that rely on thick jams, this recipe uses the natural juices of the pineapple to create a luscious, tender filling that sets beautifully as it bakes. The subtle tang of the cottage cheese balances the sugar, creating a sophisticated flavor profile that is both comforting and unique. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a special weekend treat, this pie delivers a nostalgic, home-style taste. It is simple to assemble with pantry staples, making it an accessible yet impressive dessert for any occasion.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 8

Calories: 801.8

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This Golden Treasure Pie offers a delightful twist on traditional fruit desserts by incorporating creamed cottage cheese for a rich, smooth texture. The filling combines the bright, tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple with a velvety custard base made from eggs, milk, and vanilla. Unlike typical fruit pies that rely on thick jams, this recipe uses the natural juices of the pineapple to create a luscious, tender filling that sets beautifully as it bakes. The subtle tang of the cottage cheese balances the sugar, creating a sophisticated flavor profile that is both comforting and unique. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a special weekend treat, this pie delivers a nostalgic, home-style taste. It is simple to assemble with pantry staples, making it an accessible yet impressive dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

17 ounce Pineapple; crushed; 2 can
1/2 cup Sugar
2 tablespoon Cornstarch
2 tablespoon Water
2/3 cup Sugar
1 tablespoon Butter or margarine
1/4 cup Unbleached flour
1 cup Cottage cheese; creamed; *
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1/2 teaspoon Salt
2 Eggs; lg; slightly beaten
1 1/4 cup Milk
1 Unbaked Inch pie shell

Directions

1
Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
2
In a medium saucepan, combine the undrained crushed pineapple, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and water.
3
Cook the pineapple mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil and thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining 2/3 cup sugar, flour, salt, creamed cottage cheese, beaten eggs, milk, and vanilla. Blend until smooth.
5
Stir the hot pineapple mixture into the cottage cheese egg mixture thoroughly.
6
Pour the combined filling into the unbaked pie shell.
7
Dot the top of the filling with the tablespoon of butter or margarine.
8
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
9
Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to ensure the filling sets properly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 801.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.8g20%
Saturated Fat 4.3g22%
Cholesterol 9.9mg4%
Sodium 2817.3mg118%
Total Carbohydrate 164.8g55%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g30%
Sugars 118.3g
Protein 14.5g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use small-curd creamed cottage cheese for the smoothest texture. If you only have large curds, blend them in a food processor or blender until completely smooth before adding to the mixture.

The pie must cool completely before serving. This allows the custard-like filling to firm up for clean slices.

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

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