Coconut Free Classic Blueberry Pie
Few desserts hit quite like a homemade blueberry pie with a buttery, flaky double crust — the kind that shatters just slightly when you press a fork through it and reveals a jammy, deep-purple filling underneath. The blueberries get a quick cook on the stovetop with cornstarch, lemon zest, and a touch of cinnamon, which means the filling sets up beautifully and slices cleanly instead of running all over the plate. That pre-cooking step is what separates a soggy, disappointing pie from one that actually holds its shape. The all-butter crust comes together with just flour, sugar, salt, and ice water — nothing exotic, nothing that could sneak in a problematic ingredient — so you know exactly what you're eating. Many store-bought pie crusts and pre-made fillings rely on unexpected additives, making from-scratch the smarter and more satisfying route here. A long rest on the cooling rack is non-negotiable if you want those clean, gorgeous slices, so resist the urge to cut in early. Serve it as-is or alongside a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream for a dessert that genuinely earns its place at any table.
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8 servings
For the crust
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch cubes and chilled
- 6–8 tbsp ice water
For the filling
- 6 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (about 2 lb)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
For the egg wash
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp whole milk
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1 tsp salt. Add the chilled butter cubes and work them into the flour using your fingertips or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
- 2
Drizzle in ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork after each addition, until the dough just holds together when pressed — it should not be sticky or wet. Divide the dough into two equal discs, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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