3/4cupgranulated sugar (adjust based on sweetness of berries)
1/4cupcornstarch
1tbsplemon juice
1tspvanilla extract
Pinch of salt
PIE CRUST
2 1/2cupsall-purpose flour
1tspsalt
1tbspsugar
1cup (2 sticks) cubedcold usalted butter
4-6tbspsice water
Instructions
LET'S MAKE THE PIE CRUST
In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
LET'S MAKE THE BERRY FILLING
In a large bowl, combine the berries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt.Stir gently and let the mixture rest for 10–15 minutes. This allows the sugar to draw out natural juices and helps the filling thicken perfectly when baked.
LET'S PUT THIS PIE ALL TOGETHER
Preheat your oven to400°F (200°C).
Roll out one dough disc and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish.
Pour in the berry filling and dot the top with small pieces of butter.
Roll out the second disc for the top crust or create a lattice pattern.
Brush with an egg wash (1 beaten egg + 1 tablespoon milk) and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C).
Continue baking for 30–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
Cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
Top with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.