Le poirat

A sweet delicacy hailing from the region of Berry, le poirat is a traditional fruit pie with a pear filling. The pie is usually made with basic pie dough, while the filling consists of sliced or diced pears, lemon juice, sugar, and black pepper.

A splash of pear brandy or cognac can optionally be added to the filling to further enhance its flavor. The pie’s top is typically brushed with eggwash and adorned with dough pieces before baking. Warm or chilled pieces of le poirat go well with a scoop of vanilla or pistachio ice cream or a dollop of crème fraiche or whipped cream on the side.

This traditional sweet treat is available at pastry shops and bakeries in the region, especially during autumn and winter.