The BEST blueberry pie made with fresh blueberries. The flaky crust provides a crunch, while the juicy blueberry filling bursts with sweetness and a hint of tartness. It’s a simple homemade dessert that is both comforting and refreshing. You can use homemade or store bought crust. Great beginner recipe if you’ve never made blueberry pie!
Easy Blueberry Pie Recipe
Blueberry pie is a classic summer dessert, loved for its sweet and tangy blueberry filling wrapped in a flaky, buttery crust. Fresh blueberries are best, bringing vibrant color and natural sweetness that make every bite irresistible. Just like in mini blueberry muffins and sweet blueberry scones, the key to a great blueberry pie is using ripe, juicy berries that burst with flavor.
The blueberry pie filling is thickened with sugar and cornstarch, with a touch of lemon juice to balance the sweetness and a hint of cinnamon for warmth. The result is a rich, jammy texture, similar to tucked inside a perfectly crisp crust (homemade or store bought).
With its contrast of textures—golden, flaky pastry and juicy, flavorful filling—this pie is a true treat. Serve it warm on its own, or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or even a light dusting of powdered sugar for an extra special touch.
How to Make a Homemade Blueberry Pie
Prepare the oven by moving the rack to the middle position.
Mix together sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt.
Add in the blueberries and lemon juice and very gently toss to coat the blueberries with sugar mixture.
Place a pie crust in the bottom of a sprayed pie pan, or use the foil dish the pie crust comes in if you’re using store bought pie crust (that’s what I use). You can use store bought or homemade – it’s up to you.
Tip: I recommend placing the pie pan on a baking sheet just in case it bubbles over.
Pour the blueberry mixture into the pie crust, using a spatula to even it out so it’s pretty even across.
Add small pieces of butter on top of the blueberries.
Cut up the remaining pie crust into long thin strips.
Place them on top of the blueberries, weaving them over and under to create a lattice appearance.
Bake pie in the oven until browned and bubbly. Allow to cool, before eating it all up! Enjoy.
How long to let blueberry pie cool down?
Once the blueberry pie is done baking, it should be allowed to cool for at least an hour before serving. This cooling period helps the filling set and thicken further. By doing this, you’re going to prevent a runny blueberry pie.
How to Store Blueberry Pie
To store a blueberry pie and keep it fresh for longer, follow these steps:
- Cover the pie: Once cooled, cover the pie loosely with aluminum foil or plastic wrap. This will help protect it from drying out and keep it fresh.
- Refrigerate the pie: Place the covered pie in the refrigerator. Blueberry pies can generally be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Serve chilled or reheat: When you’re ready to enjoy the pie, you can either serve it chilled or reheat it. If you prefer a warm pie, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), remove the foil or plastic wrap, and place the pie in the oven for about 10-15 minutes until warmed through.
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Foolproof Blueberry Pie with Fresh Blueberries
PrintIngredients
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 5 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 cups fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 9 inch double-crust pie crusts thawed
- 1 tablespoon butter cut up into tiny pieces
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Set the oven rack to the middle position.
- In a large bowl mix together sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and salt. Add in blueberries and lemon juice and very gently toss to coat the blueberries.
- Line a pie dish with one of the pie crusts, or you can use the pie crust in the aluminum foil dish if you're using store bought pie crust. I recommend placing the dish on a baking sheet just incase it bubbles over.
- Pour blueberry mixture into the pie crust, using a spatula to even it out. Add tiny pieces of button on top of the entire pie.
- Cut the remaining pie crust into 1/2-3/4 inch thick strips. Use the strips to weave under and over to create a lettice top. Finally, use a fork to gently crimp the edges.
- Place pie in the oven and bake until crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling, about 50-55 minutes.
- Let pie sit for at least 1 hour before cutting in slices. This is a important step as it gives time for the pie to set. Serve and enjoy!
Denise says
What an easy, tasty, wonderful recipe. Everyone enjoyed and preparing was simple. Great way to use fresh blueberries!! Thanks for sharing such a great recipe 🙂