Description
Homemade triple berry pie delivers sweet summer nostalgia with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Bakers can savor this classic dessert’s rich fruity flavors and share delightful memories around the table.
Ingredients
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Fruit Filling:
- 4 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Pie Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Binding Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft the pie foundation by combining flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing vessel. Cream butter and sugar until achieving a light, airy consistency. Incorporate egg and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, ensuring uniform incorporation. Transfer dough into a greased pie dish, pressing evenly to create a smooth base.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake crust for 12-15 minutes until developing a golden-brown hue. Remove and allow complete cooling at room temperature.
- Prepare cream cheese topping by whipping softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until achieving a silky, smooth texture. Optional: integrate heavy cream for enhanced creaminess.
- Distribute cream cheese mixture uniformly across the cooled crust, creating a consistent layer.
- Artfully arrange an assortment of berries and fruits: strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, kiwi slices, pineapple chunks, mandarin orange segments, and grapes atop the cream cheese spread.
- For additional shine, delicately brush apricot preserves over the fruit arrangement.
- Refrigerate pie for minimum 1 hour, allowing flavors to harmonize and set. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Customize Crust Options: Swap traditional flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or coconut flour for a celiac-friendly version.
- Temperature Precision: Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth cream cheese mixture and consistent dough texture.
- Berry Selection Strategy: Choose ripe, firm berries at peak season for maximum flavor and vibrant color presentation.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the crust and cream cheese layer a day in advance to save time and enhance flavor development.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg