Description
Sweet berry magic comes alive in this triple berry pie, blending juicy raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries into a flaky, golden crust. Summer’s most delightful dessert promises pure indulgence with each delectable slice you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Berries:
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- 1 1/2 cups raspberries
Thickening and Sweetening Agents:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
Crust and Finishing:
- 2 pre-made pie crusts (top and bottom)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and prepare strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, ensuring they are free from stems and debris.
- Heat the oven to a robust 400°F, creating an ideal baking environment for the pie.
- Combine the mixed berries in a spacious mixing bowl, gently incorporating sugar, cornstarch, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and aromatic vanilla extract.
- Delicately fold the berry mixture, ensuring each fruit piece is evenly coated with the sweet, thickening mixture.
- Carefully unfurl the bottom pie crust, pressing it smoothly into a 9-inch pie dish, creating a perfect foundation for the fruity filling.
- Transfer the seasoned berry mixture into the prepared crust, distributing small butter fragments across the surface for added richness.
- Drape the top crust over the filling, meticulously sealing the edges with a decorative crimp and creating strategic steam vents.
- Apply a glossy egg wash to the top crust, then sprinkle with a delicate layer of sugar for a beautiful golden finish.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven, baking for 45-50 minutes until the crust turns a rich golden brown and the filling bubbles enticingly.
- If the crust edges darken too quickly, shield them with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
- Allow the pie to rest and set for a minimum of two hours, enabling the filling to stabilize and develop a perfect consistency before serving.
Notes
- Choose ripe, fresh berries at peak season for the most vibrant flavor and natural sweetness.
- If using frozen berries, thaw and drain excess liquid to prevent a soggy pie crust.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on the natural sweetness of your berries, tasting the filling before baking.
- Create a lattice top crust for a classic look and extra visual appeal, allowing steam to escape naturally.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg