Description
Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of this classic Blueberry Pie. This recipe features a buttery, flaky crust filled with juicy blueberries and warm spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the filling:
- 5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
For the crust:
- 1 package (14–16 ounces) refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade double crust)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare the crust: Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and cinnamon. Pour the filling into the crust.
- Add the top crust: Place the second crust over the filling. Create vents or a lattice pattern. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
- Bake the pie: Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, then reduce to 350°F and bake for an additional 35–40 minutes until golden.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- For frozen blueberries, do not thaw—adjust baking time accordingly.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
