Sour Orange Pie with a Fast Food Twist

Ingredients

In this fast food adaptation, we have incorporated the essence of the Bahamian Sour Orange Pie into a more convenient and accessible format. The original pie is typically made from scratch with fresh sour oranges, while our version utilizes readily available ingredients and fast food techniques to recreate the unique flavors and textures. We alse have the original recipe for Sour Orange Pie, so you can check it out.

• 1 pre-made pie crust (9 inches / 23 cm) 1 pre-made pie crust (9 inches / 23 cm)
• 1 cup (240 ml) sour orange juice 1 cup (240 ml) sour orange juice
• 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon orange zest 1 tablespoon orange zest
• Whipped cream, for garnish Whipped cream, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 12g (7g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 46g (38g sugars)
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sour orange juice, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and orange zest until well combined.
3. 3.
   Pour the mixture into the pre-made pie crust.
4. 4.
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden on top.
5. 5.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
6. 6.
   Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the pie to set.
7. 7.
   Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of orange zest.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Sour Orange Juice — If you can't find sour oranges, you can substitute with a combination of regular orange juice and lime juice to achieve a similar tangy flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of citrus flavor, add a teaspoon of grated orange zest to the pie filling.
• If you prefer a sweeter pie, you can increase the amount of sweetened condensed milk.
• Serve the pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious contrast of flavors and textures.
• To save time, you can use a store-bought whipped cream instead of making it from scratch.
• Experiment with different pie crusts, such as graham cracker or chocolate cookie crusts, to add a unique twist to the recipe.

Serving advice

Serve the Fast Food Sour Orange Pie chilled for the best taste and texture. Garnish each slice with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of orange zest to enhance the presentation and flavor.

Presentation advice

To create an appealing presentation, dust the pie with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar just before serving. You can also add a few thin slices of fresh orange on top for an extra touch of elegance.