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Slice of poppy seed pie with lattice top
Classic poppy seed pie with lemon zest

Sweet Poppy Seed Pie

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Cakes and Desserts
The secret to a perfect pie crust is leaving small bits of butter visible in the flour. These melt during baking to create flaky layers. The rich oil content of poppy seeds combined with fresh lemon zest makes for a uniquely moist and flavorful filling.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 40 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 290 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • 9-inch Pie Dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • Saucepan

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix flour and confectioners' sugar. Rub in the cold butter with your fingers until crumbly.

Tip: Work fast; don't let the butter melt.
2 ✓

Add yolk and water, form a ball, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.

Tip: Resting prevents the dough from shrinking in the oven.
3 ✓

Boil milk with sugars. Remove from heat, stir in poppy seeds and zest. Cool.

Tip: Scalding the milk helps soften the poppy seeds.
4 ✓

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll out 2/3 of the dough to line the pie dish.

Tip: Prick the bottom with a fork.
5 ✓

Fill with poppy mixture. Create a lattice top with remaining dough.

Tip: Brush lattice with egg wash for shine.
6 ✓

Bake 35-40 minutes until golden.

Tip: Cool completely to let the filling set.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the crust tough?
You likely overmixed it or the butter was too warm. Pie dough needs a light, cold hand.
The poppy seeds are bitter.
Poppy seeds go rancid quickly due to their high oil content. Always taste them before using.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 10 tbsp Cold Butter (cubed)
  • 3/4 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 2 tbsp Ice Water
  • 2 cups Ground Poppy Seeds
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/4 cup Sugar (for filling)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract