Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Easy Blueberry Pie, a classic dessert that brings together the vibrant sweetness of juicy blueberries and a flaky crust. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy evenings at home, this pie is not only visually stunning but also incredibly simple to make. With just a handful of pantry staples and straightforward steps, you can create a mouthwatering dessert that impresses every guest. Whether you use fresh blueberries in season or frozen ones when they’re not available, this pie promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or chilled with whipped cream for a refreshing treat. Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet-tart flavor and beautiful presentation that makes this Easy Blueberry Pie an irresistible addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated pie crust (2 crusts)
- 5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder (optional)
- 4.5 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Prepare the pie crust by placing one in a 9-inch pie dish and setting aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine blueberries, sugar, lemon zest, cinnamon, and cornstarch.
- Pour the blueberry filling into the prepared crust and cover with the second crust, crimping edges to seal.
- Cut slits for venting steam or create a lattice top.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 425°F, then reduce temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh blueberries for optimal flavor; if using frozen, keep them frozen until mixing. Allow the pie to cool completely for better slicing. Experiment with spices like nutmeg or incorporate other fruits like raspberries for variety.