Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh blackberries: 4 cups
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Cornstarch: 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes: 1/2 cup
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Ice water: 1/4 cup
- Milk: 2 tablespoons
- Egg: 1 large
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and butter. Use a pastry cutter or two forks to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a ball and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate and trim the edges.
- Pour the blackberry filling into the pie crust.
- In a small bowl, whisk together milk and egg. Brush the edges of the pie crust with the egg wash.
- Roll out the remaining dough into a 10-inch circle. Cut the dough into strips and weave them over the filling. Trim any excess dough and tuck the edges under the rim of the pie plate.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich, tart, and sweet flavors
- Flaky and buttery crust
- Perfect for a special occasion or as a classic American dessert
User Comments:
- "This pie is absolutely delicious! The filling is perfect - not too sweet and not too tart. The crust is flaky and buttery."
- "I made this pie for a dinner party and it was a hit with everyone. It's so easy to make and it looks so impressive."
- "I love the combination of blackberries and lemon. This pie is a perfect balance of flavors."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have fresh blackberries, you can use frozen blackberries. Just thaw them before using.
- You can also add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top of the pie for an extra treat.
- To prevent the crust from browning too much, cover the edges of the pie with aluminum foil during the last 15-20 minutes of baking.
