Name: The Best Blackberry PIe
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: For the Pie Crust; 2 ½ cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes; 6 tablespoons ice water; For the Filling; 5 cups blackberries; ¾ cup sugar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces; 1 egg, beaten for brushing; 1 tablespoon coarse sugar for topping

The Best Blackberry Pie

The Best Blackberry Pie with buttery crust and juicy berry filling. Easy to make, beautiful to serve, and perfect for summer or holiday desserts.

There is something special about a homemade pie cooling on the counter. The smell of warm fruit and buttery pastry brings everyone into the kitchen. I chose to make this Blackberry Pie because it reminds me of summer days picking berries and watching them bubble away in the oven. The color, the taste, and that first flaky bite make it worth every minute.

My family absolutely loves this pie. The crust turns golden and crisp, while the filling becomes rich and jammy. I always serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it disappears faster than I can slice it. My wife said it is the best fruit pie I have ever made, and even the grandkids come back for seconds.

What I love most about this recipe is how timeless it feels. You can use fresh or frozen blackberries, and it never fails. It is the kind of dessert that fits any season, simple enough for a Sunday meal yet elegant enough for a holiday dinner. Once you make it, it becomes a family favorite that everyone asks for again and again.

Questions You May Have About This Recipe

Can I use frozen blackberries?
Yes. Frozen blackberries work perfectly. Just do not thaw them before using or the filling may become too watery.

Can I make this pie ahead of time?
Yes. You can make it a day ahead and store it covered at room temperature. Reheat slices in the oven before serving if you prefer it warm.

What can I use instead of a lattice crust?
You can cover the pie with a full top crust and cut small slits for steam. The lattice look is traditional, but both work well.

Do I need to blind bake the crust?
No. The crust bakes fully with the filling, so no need to pre-bake.

How do I know when the pie is done?
The filling should be bubbling in the center, and the crust should be a deep golden color. That means the cornstarch has thickened the filling properly.

What You Need to Make Blackberry Pie

For the Pie Crust

2 ½ cups all purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes

6 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling

5 cups blackberries

¾ cup sugar

3 tablespoons cornstarch

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces

1 egg, beaten for brushing

1 tablespoon coarse sugar for topping

How to Make Blackberry Pie

Preheat oven to 400°F.

In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water a tablespoon at a time until dough comes together. Divide in half, flatten each into a disk, and chill for 1 hour.

In another bowl, toss blackberries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Roll out one dough disk and line a 9-inch pie dish. Pour in the berry filling and dot with butter.

Roll out the second disk and cut into strips for a lattice top, or leave whole with slits for steam. Seal and crimp edges.

Brush crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.

Bake for 20 minutes, then reduce oven to 375°F and bake another 25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Cool for at least 2 hours before slicing so the filling sets.

Tips

Chill the pie dough before rolling to make it easier to handle.

Place a baking sheet under the pie to catch any juices that bubble over.

If using frozen berries, add an extra teaspoon of cornstarch to thicken the filling.

Use a mix of sweet and tart berries for a balanced flavor.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the best experience.

Reader Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “This pie came out perfect. The filling was sweet but not too sugary, and the crust was so flaky.” Janet L.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Used frozen berries and it still turned out amazing. My husband loved it.” Nancy D.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Made it for Sunday dinner and everyone went back for seconds. It is now my go-to dessert.” Carol M.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Easy to follow recipe with beautiful results. The lattice crust looked like something from a bakery.” Linda R.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “The balance of fruit and crust was perfect. I added a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it was heaven.” Sandra H.

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