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Ingredients
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Pie Crust
Blueberry Filling
Topping (Optional)
Method
Pie Crust
- 1
Prepare the Pie Crust
In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt together.
- 2
Cut in the Butter
Add the chilled, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Ice Water
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Blueberry Filling
- 5
Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the fresh blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Gently toss to coat the blueberries evenly.
- 6
Set Aside
Let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes to allow the blueberries to release some juice.
Assembling the Pie
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 8
- 9
Add the Filling
Pour the blueberry filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter.
- 10
Top the Pie
If desired, roll out another piece of dough for the top crust, making slits for steam to escape. Alternatively, leave it open-faced.
- 11
- 12
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- 13
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
