1. Prepare the Shortcrust Bee Pie Crust:
- In a food processor, combine the flour, chilled butter, chilled cream cheese, honey, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it briefly until it comes together. Form it into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a pie dish. Press the dough into the pie dish, trimming and crimping the edges as desired.
- Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the parchment and weights, then bake for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
2. Make the Honey Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
3. Assemble the Bee Decoration:
- While the pie crust is cooling, you can prepare the bee decoration. Use sliced almonds to create bee wings, chocolate chips for the eyes, and shape a small portion of the pie crust into a bee body.
4. Assemble the Pie:
- Once the pie crust is completely cooled, spread the honey cream cheese filling evenly over the crust.
- Place your bee decoration on top of the cream cheese filling.
5. Drizzle with Honey:
- Just before serving, drizzle the pie with additional honey for a finishing touch.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve your Honey Cream Cheese Shortcrust Bee Pie. The combination of the flaky shortcrust, creamy honey-flavored filling, and adorable bee decoration makes for a delightful dessert.
This whimsical Honey Cream Cheese Shortcrust Bee Pie is sure to impress with its unique combination of flavors and creative design. Enjoy!
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