Absolutely! Here’s a delicious recipe for a mixed berry pie that’s sure to impress. This pie combines flavors from blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries, but you can tweak it based on your favorite berries.
Mixed Berry Pie Recipe
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 6-8 tbsp ice water
For the Berry Filling:
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
For Assembly:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pie Crust:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
- Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape into disks, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
2. Prepare the Berry Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed berries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Toss gently to coat the berries evenly. Let sit for about 15-20 minutes to allow the juices to mix.
3. Assemble the Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out one disk of pie dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie pan. Transfer the rolled-out dough to the pan, gently pressing it into the bottom and sides.
- Pour the berry filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Roll out the second disk of dough and place it over the filling (you can cut slits for a lattice effect or leave it whole). If using a whole crust, cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
- Pinch the edges of the crusts together to seal and remove any excess dough. Crimp the edges for a decorative finish.
4. Bake the Pie:
- Brush the top crust with the beaten egg, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 30-40 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
5. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. This helps the filling set a bit more.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat!
Enjoy your homemade mixed berry pie! It’s perfect for any occasion, or just a delightful dessert to share with family and friends.
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