Description
A delightful Blueberry Pie that captures the essence of summer, with a sweet and tangy filling enveloped in a flaky crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 premade pie crust
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set it to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon.
- Prepare the pie crust: Pour the blueberry mixture into your prepared pie crust and dot with butter.
- Create the lattice top: Roll out the second pie crust, cut into strips, and arrange them over the filling.
- Trim the excess: Ensure a neat finish by trimming any extra dough.
- Brush with egg wash: Apply an egg wash on the lattice with a pastry brush.
- Bake: Slide your pie into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Cool before serving: Allow at least 30 minutes for the pie to cool and set before slicing.
Notes
For a quick option, consider using an air fryer. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: blueberry pie, summer dessert, easy dessert