Martha Stewart's Individual Blueberry Pies
Recipe Overview
Overview
Martha Stewart’s individual blueberry pies are a charming way to celebrate the summer harvest. With a buttery crust that is both flaky and tender, these pies are filled with fresh blueberries, sugar, and a touch of lemon zest to brighten the flavor. The process begins with picking over the blueberries, ensuring they are clean and ready for baking. The addition of a little flour helps thicken the juices as they bubble during baking, creating a deliciously gooey filling.
The crust is rolled out thinly and fitted into small pie tins, which adds to their charm. Martha emphasizes the importance of chilling the dough to maintain its texture and prevent it from becoming tough. Once filled, a dab of butter is added on top of the blueberries to enrich the filling further. The pies are baked until golden and bubbly, filling the kitchen with a delightful aroma.
These individual pies are not just visually appealing; they are also a testament to the joy of baking with fresh ingredients. Perfect for summer picnics or family gatherings, they can be served warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Each bite is a reminder of the sweet simplicity of summer desserts, making them a must-try for any blueberry lover.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Pour batter into a prepared pan and bake until done.
Fill popsicle molds with blueberry juice and blueberries.
Simmer blueberries with sugar and lemon juice to make jam.
Pour jam into sterilized jars and seal.
Tip: Use a removable bottom pan for easy cake removal.
Tip: Dust the finished cake with confectioner’s sugar for presentation.
Tip: Use Greek yogurt for a creamy and nutritious addition to desserts.
Tip: Use a popsicle maker for fun and easy frozen treats.
Tip: Warm sugar before adding to jam to help it dissolve better.
Tip: Use a shallow pan for boiling jam to allow for better evaporation.
Pick over and wash three cups of fresh blueberries.
Tip: Pick over blueberries to remove leaves and stems for a cleaner filling.
Sprinkle blueberries with flour, sugar, and lemon zest.
Tip: Sprinkle flour on blueberries to help thicken the filling.
Tip: Add lemon zest to enhance the flavor of the blueberries.
Roll out pastry dough thinly and cut out circles for pie crusts.
Tip: Chill the dough if it becomes too soft to handle.
Fit pastry circles into pie tins and mound the blueberry filling.
Tip: Adding butter to the filling enriches the juices.
Cut air holes in the top crust before placing it over the filling.
Chill assembled pies in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Brush crust with water, sprinkle with sugar, and bake in a preheated oven.
Tip: Brush the crust with water for a crispy finish.
Tip: Sprinkle sugar on top of the crust for added sweetness.
Lower oven temperature and continue baking until juices bubble.
Tip: Let the pies cool before serving to avoid burns.
Let baked pies cool before serving.
Tip: Serve pies with whipped cream or ice cream for a delicious pairing.
Combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, and corn syrup in a pot.
Tip: Temper eggs slowly with hot liquid to avoid scrambling.
Temper egg yolks with hot mixture before combining.
Cook until mixture coats the back of a spoon.
Tip: Cook the mixture until it coats the back of a spoon for the right consistency.
Tip: Use a fine strainer to ensure a smooth ice cream mixture.
Pass the mixture through a fine strainer into a bowl.
Tip: Ice cream is best when fresh, but can last a few days.
Pour mixture into an ice cream machine and churn.
Cook blueberries with sugar until mushy for topping.
Tip: Use parchment paper to catch spills when baking pies.
Tip: Blind baking prevents a soggy crust in berry pies.
Combine flour, sugar, and butter for the pie crust.
Tip: Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and texture.
Blind bake the pie crust for 10 minutes.
Tip: Crush blueberries slightly to release juices and activate cornstarch.
Mix blueberries with sugar, flour, and spices for the filling.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Cream
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour Blend
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Fresh blueberries are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins.
- •Adding lemon zest enhances the flavor of the blueberries.
- •Blind baking the crust prevents it from becoming soggy.
- •Using a mix of cultivated and wild blueberries can enhance the flavor profile.
