But blueberries can be a little tricky in a pie and can bake up into a runny filling or one that tastes a little flat. Luckily for you, cookbook author, food content creator and baking expert Dan Langan (@bakedbydan) has a quick, easy and foolproof way to make sure your blueberry pie is great every time. Give this a read before you start baking and give your blueberry pie an upgrade this year.
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When you bake a blueberry pie with just fresh berries, the high water content often creates a filling that’s soupy or too loose, even when thickened with cornstarch or flour. But when you toss a half cup of dried blueberries into that filling, they soak up just the right amount of liquid and help the whole mixture gel naturally as it bakes.
This tip isn’t just limited to blueberries either. This is a good tip to try with cherry pie, using a mix of fresh and dried cherries. Just keep in mind the ratio of about half a cup of dried fruit per standard 9-inch pie.
Tips to Make Your Blueberry Pie Even Better
This hack is amazing, but there are a few ways to make your pies even better.
Toss dried and fresh berries in sugar and thickener together. Mixing them all at once ensures every berry is coated evenly. This helps distribute the flavor and prevents clumping.
Don’t skip the resting time. Let your baked pie rest at least two hours before slicing. The dried blueberries will continue to work their magic as the filling cools, helping it set beautifully.
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