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Elderberry Pie Recipe

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This Elderberry Pie is a delightful, sweet-tart dessert featuring fresh elderberries enveloped in a flaky double-crust pastry. The combination of tender elderberries and a hint of lemon creates a perfectly balanced filling, thickened with cornstarch for a luscious texture. Ideal for berry lovers seeking a unique and visually stunning pie.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 (14.1 ounce) package double-crust pie pastry, thawed

Filling

  • 4 cups elderberries
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon water, or as needed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out one of the pie crusts and fit it into a 9-inch pie plate, pressing gently to line the bottom and sides. Set aside.
  2. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the elderberries, white sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Mix gently until the berries are evenly coated. If the filling seems too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until the mixture holds together but is not too watery.
  3. Fill the Pie: Pour the elderberry mixture into the prepared pie crust. Dot the top of the filling with small pieces of butter to add richness during baking.
  4. Top the Pie Crust: Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Trim and seal the edges by pressing with a fork or your fingers. Cut slits into the top crust to allow steam to escape while baking.
  5. Bake the Pie: Place the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil to prevent burning.
  6. Cool Before Serving: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least two hours. This cooling time allows the filling to thicken completely for clean slicing.

Notes

  • Ensure elderberries are ripe and properly prepared; raw elderberries can be toxic if consumed in large amounts.
  • Adding lemon juice brightens the flavor and balances the sweetness.
  • Use cold butter and chilled pie dough for a flakier crust.
  • Letting the pie cool fully before slicing enhances filling consistency.
  • For a thicker filling, adjust cornstarch amount slightly depending on berry juiciness.

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