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Berry Crumble Pie

Berry Crumble Pie
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Berry Crumble Pie is a comforting dessert featuring a vibrant mix of juicy, sweet-tart berries beneath a golden, buttery crumble topping that offers a perfect balance of soft and crisp textures. Easy to prepare with simple pantry staples and fresh fruit, this pie is delicious warm or cold, making it perfect for family dinners or indulgent treats.

Ingredients

Berry Filling

  • Mixed Berries: fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries (about 4 cups total)
  • Sugar: 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons

Pie Crust

  • Pie Crust: 1 pre-made or homemade 9-inch pie crust

Crumble Topping

  • All-Purpose Flour: 3/4 cup
  • Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup packed
  • Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Butter: 6 tablespoons cold, cubed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Berry Filling: Combine mixed berries in a large bowl. Sprinkle sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice over the berries, gently tossing until evenly coated. This mixture will thicken and release natural juices during baking.
  2. Prepare the Pie Crust: Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing gently to remove air pockets. Trim excess dough and prick the base lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling.
  3. Make the Crumble Topping: In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add cold, cubed butter and blend using fingertips or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Assemble the Pie: Pour the berry filling evenly into the pie crust. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over the berries, covering completely without pressing down.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes, until the crumble is golden brown and filling is bubbly. If needed, shield the crust edges with foil during the last 10 minutes to prevent burning.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool completely to allow the filling to set, enhancing flavor and ensuring clean slices.

Notes

  • Use fresh or properly thawed berries to avoid watery filling.
  • Keep butter cold for a crumbly topping texture.
  • Do not overmix the crumble topping; blend until pea-sized crumbs form.
  • Use foil or a crust shield to protect pie edges during baking.
  • Allow pie to rest fully before slicing to prevent filling leakage.

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Keywords: Berry Crumble Pie, mixed berry pie, crumble topping, fruit dessert, easy berry pie, summer dessert, comfort food

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