Description
Blueberry pie brings summer’s sweetest memories right to your dessert plate, with a golden, flaky crust cradling juicy blueberries picked at their peak. Warm slices taste like pure sunshine, perfect alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for that classic homemade comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Heat your oven precisely to 425°F (220°C), ensuring the rack is centered for even baking.
- Combine 2 cups fresh blueberries, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch in a medium mixing bowl, gently stirring until every berry is coated.
- Carefully unroll your pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently against the bottom and sides.
- Pour the blueberry mixture evenly into the prepared crust, spreading it to create a smooth, consistent layer.
- Top the filling with the second pie crust, trimming excess dough and pinching the edges together to create a tight seal.
- Using a sharp knife, cut 4-5 small slits across the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and brush it gently over the entire top crust surface.
- Sprinkle a light dusting of granulated sugar over the buttered crust for extra golden color and crunch.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for exactly 20 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35 minutes until the crust turns a deep golden brown.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 2-3 hours to allow the filling to set completely.
Notes
- Fresh blueberries make the biggest difference, so choose ripe, plump berries that are deep blue and firm to the touch.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing to allow the filling to set, preventing a runny mess on your plate.
- Frozen blueberries work great when fresh aren’t available; just thaw and drain excess liquid before mixing with other ingredients.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional pie crust with a almond flour or gluten-free pastry crust to keep the delicious flavor intact.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg