Alton Brown Blueberry Pie Recipe

This Alton Brown Blueberry Pie Recipe is a classic and fruity dessert, which uses fresh blueberries and orange zest for bright, sweet flavor. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 9 hours and 10 minutes (including freezing time).

Alton Brown Blueberry Pie Recipe Ingredients

• 4 cups blueberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
• 5 tablespoons tapioca flour
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 2 (9-inch) pie doughs, homemade or store-bought
• 1 large egg yolk, whisked with 1 teaspoon water

How To Make Alton Brown Blueberry Pie Recipe

1. Prepare the blueberry filling: Wash and dry the blueberries. Mash half in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, salt, and tapioca flour. Stir in mashed berries, orange juice, and zest. Let sit for 15 minutes. Fold in the remaining whole berries.
2. Freeze the filling: Line a 9-inch pie plate with foil. Add the berry mixture and freeze until solid, 6 to 8 hours. Once frozen, remove from foil, wrap in plastic, and store in a freezer bag (up to 3 months).
3. Prepare the pie crust: Heat oven to 325°F. Roll out the first pie dough and press into a 9-inch pie pan. Prick bottom and sides with a fork.
4. Cut lattice strips: Roll out second dough and cut into 1 1/8-inch-wide strips for the lattice.
5. Assemble the pie: Place the frozen blueberry filling into the crust. Build a lattice top with dough strips. Crimp edges with a fork and brush with the egg wash.
6. Bake the pie: Bake on the bottom rack of the oven until the filling bubbles at the edges, about 1 hour 15 minutes.
7. Cool and serve: Let cool on a wire rack for 1 1/2 to 2 hours before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Why freeze the filling first?
  Freezing keeps the crust from getting soggy and helps the pie bake evenly.
• Can I use frozen blueberries?
  Yes, but thaw and drain well before using.
• What is tapioca flour used for?
  It thickens the filling without making it cloudy or gummy.
• How to prevent crust from burning?
  Use a pie shield or cover the edges with foil halfway through baking.

What To Serve With Blueberry Pie

This pie pairs perfectly with classic sides like:

• Vanilla ice cream
• Whipped cream
• Lemon sorbet
• A glass of cold milk
• Fresh mint garnish

How To Store Blueberry Pie

Room temperature: Store loosely covered on the counter for up to 2 days.

Refrigerate: Store tightly wrapped for up to 5 days.

Freeze: Wrap slices in plastic wrap and foil, freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in a 325°F oven until warm.

Blueberry Pie Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 310
• Carbohydrates: 42g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 15g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 18g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I skip freezing the filling?
It’s essential for even baking and preventing soggy crust.

Can I use cornstarch instead of tapioca flour?
Yes, but use about 3 tablespoons cornstarch as a substitute.

How do I keep the lattice from breaking?
Chill the dough well before cutting and weaving.

Do I need to blind bake the crust?
No, the frozen filling prevents sogginess during baking.

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• Alton Brown Bagels Recipe
• Alton Brown Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe
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