Greek Orange Pie (Portokalopita)
Bursting with the sunny essence of fresh oranges, this dessert is a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The combination of a crisp, buttery crust and the luscious orange filling will transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean coast.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 2-3 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling:
- 3 large oranges, zested and juiced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in the ice water gradually until the dough comes together. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and line a pie dish. Trim any excess and crimp the edges.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale. Add orange zest, juice, yogurt, olive oil, and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth.
- Gently pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is golden.
- Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack. Slice and serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
