Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 lb (454 g) wild blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 1/2 cups (360 g) sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.2 ml) ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon (0.6 ml) ground nutmeg
- 1 unbaked 9-inch (23 cm) pie crust
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sugar
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Beginner)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine blueberries, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Pour blueberry filling into the pie crust.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cream, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Pour over the blueberry filling.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Protein: 2 g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful blueberry filling
- Flaky and buttery pie crust
- Creamy and sweet topping
User Comments:
- "This pie was absolutely delicious! The wild blueberries gave it a unique and flavorful taste."
- "The crust was perfect - flaky and buttery."
- "The topping added a wonderful creamy richness."
- "I loved the combination of the sweet and tangy flavors."
- "This is now my go-to blueberry pie recipe!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If using frozen blueberries, thaw them before using.
- Don't overfill the pie crust, or the filling will bubble over during baking.
- Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.