National Raspberry Cream Pie Day

Happy National Raspberry Cream Pie Day!

Today is a very special day. A day where we celebrate one of the most delicious desserts known to man: raspberry cream pie. This delicious treat is comprised of a flaky pie crust, filled with a creamy custard or whipped cream, and topped with luscious raspberries. Sounds pretty amazing, right? And it gets even better—there are actually several different types of raspberry cream pie! So whether you like your pie with a meringue topping, or you prefer it au natural, there’s definitely a raspberry cream pie out there for you. Read on to learn more about this scrumptious dessert and to find out which type of raspberry cream pie is right for you.

What is a Raspberry Cream Pie?

A raspberry cream pie is, quite simply, a pie made with raspberries and cream. The fruit can be fresh or frozen, and is generally combined with sugar, eggs, and butter to create a delicious custard or pastry cream filling. This filling is then spooned into a pre-baked pie crust and topped with more raspberries, whipped cream, or meringue. Easy as pie! (No pun intended.)

History of Raspberry Cream Pie

Raspberry cream pies actually have a long and storied history—they can be traced all the way back to the Middle Ages! At that time, pies were considered more of a savory dish than a sweet one, and were typically filled with meats like chicken or mutton. However, by the 16th century, pies began appearing with sweet fillings like fruits, honey, and spices. It wasn’t until the 18th century that pies started being made with crusts similar to the ones we know today. And finally, in the 19th century, recipes for raspberry cream pie started popping up in cookbooks all across America. So as you can see, this delicious dessert has been centuries in the making!

How Many Kinds of Raspberry Cream Pie Are There?

Did you know that there are actually several different types of raspberry cream pie? That’s right—whether you like your pie au natural or topped with meringue, there’s definitely a raspberry cream pie out there for you. Some of the most popular types of raspberry cream pies include:

• Basic Raspberry Cream Pie: This type of pie is made with a simple mixture of raspberries, sugar, eggs, and butter. The filling is spooned into a pre-baked crust and then refrigerated until set.
• Chiffon Raspberry Cream Pie: This type of raspberry cream pie is made with gelatin to give it a light and airy texture. It’s often topped with meringue or whipped cream.
• Lattice Raspberry Cream Pie: As the name suggests, this type of raspberry cream pie features a lattice top made from strips of dough laid over the filling in a crisscross pattern.
• Raspberry Meringue Pie: This type of raspberry cream pie features a fluffy meringue topping made from egg whites and sugar.
• Raspberry Whip Pie: This type of raspberry cream pie features a whipped cream topping instead of traditional custard or pastry filling.

So what are you waiting for? Get out there and celebrate National Raspberry Cream Pie Day! Whether you prefer your pie au natural or topped with meringue, there’s definitely a delicious recipe out there for you. Just remember to save room for seconds…or thirds!