Pie & Pastry Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a type of pastry dough?

• Puff pastry

• Choux pastry

• Filo pastry

• Brioche

What is the purpose of blind baking a pie crust?

• To cook it completely before adding filling

• To make the crust puff up

• To prevent the crust from becoming soggy from the filling

• To seal the crust with egg wash

What is the key technique in making flaky pastry dough?

• Kneading the dough thoroughly

• Adding a lot of water

• Folding and rolling the dough multiple times

• Chilling the dough for several hours

Which pie is known for its lattice top?

• Pecan pie

• Pumpkin pie

• Cherry pie

• Key lime pie

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of shortcrust pastry?

• Flaky texture

• Buttery flavor

• Crumbly texture

• Used for pie bases

Which of the following is a reason to dock pie dough before baking?

• To decorate the crust

• To allow steam to escape

• To make the crust rise evenly

• To prevent the filling from leaking

What is the main ingredient in a meringue topping for pies?

• Butter

• Flour

• Egg whites

• Cream cheese

Which of the following pies does NOT typically have a top crust?

• Apple pie

• Lemon meringue pie

• Blueberry pie

• Chicken pot pie

Which ingredient makes flaky pastry dough flaky?

• Water

• Butter

• Sugar

• Yeast

What is the main difference between custard and cream pie fillings?

• Custard fillings are baked, while cream fillings are not.

• Cream fillings contain eggs, while custard fillings do not.

• Custard fillings are made with milk, while cream fillings are made with water.

• There is no difference; they are the same.