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Perfect Homemade Blackberry Pie

This easy blackberry pie recipe showcases the natural sweetness of fresh berries with just the right amount of sugar and a hint of lemon. Whether you use fresh-picked or store-bought berries, this pie delivers an unforgettable flavor experience.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 248
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh ripe blackberries or frozen, thawed and drained
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste depending on berry sweetness
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 pre-made pie crusts or homemade equivalent
  • 1 tablespoon butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar for topping optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and position a rack in the lower third of the oven.
  2. Gently rinse the blackberries if using fresh and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon, and salt. Gently toss until berries are evenly coated. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  4. Line a 9-inch pie dish with one of the pie crusts, pressing it firmly against the sides and bottom.
  5. Pour the blackberry filling into the crust-lined pie dish, and dot the top with small pieces of butter.
  6. Cover with the second pie crust. For a lattice top, cut the second crust into 1/2-inch strips and weave them over the filling. For a solid top, be sure to cut several vents for steam to escape.
  7. Trim any excess dough from the edges and crimp or flute as desired.
  8. Brush the top crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  9. Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips, and bake for 15 minutes at 425°F.
  10. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 25-30 minutes more, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  11. If the crust edges are browning too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil or a pie shield.
  12. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving to let the filling set properly.

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 119mgFiber: 5gSugar: 22g
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