Blueberry Cream Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pie Crust:
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks/226g) unsalted butter, cold, cut into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) ice water
• Blueberry Filling:
  • 4 cups (600g) fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (25g) cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
• Cream Topping:
  • 1 pint (473ml) heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup (50g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Make the Pie Crust:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
   • Use your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Add the ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.
   • Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Make the Blueberry Filling:
   • In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
   • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
   • Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
   • Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
3. Assemble the Pie:
   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Roll out the pie dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch (30cm) circle.
   • Transfer the dough to a 9-inch (23cm) pie plate and trim the edges.
   • Pour the blueberry filling into the pie crust and spread evenly.
4. Make the Cream Topping:
   • In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
   • Gradually beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
   • Spread the cream topping over the blueberry filling.
5. Bake:
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cream topping is set.
   • Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy blueberry filling
• Rich and creamy topping
• flaky pie crust
• Perfect for special occasions or everyday enjoyment

User Comments:

• "This pie was a huge hit! The blueberry filling was bursting with flavor and the cream topping was light and fluffy."
• "I love how easy this pie was to make. It's definitely going to become a family favorite."
• "The pie was absolutely delicious! The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was the perfect balance of sweet and tart."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To prevent the crust from burning, cover the edges with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
• If you don't have heavy cream, you can use whipped cream instead.
• Let the pie cool completely before slicing to prevent the filling from leaking out.