Classic Covered Blueberry Pie

Method

1. For the Dough:

   • 450 g all-purpose flour
   • 70 g powdered sugar
   • 1 pinch of salt
   • 250 g cold butter, cubed
   • 70 ml ice-cold water
   • Extra flour for rolling
   • Butter for greasing the pie tin

   For the Filling:

   • 900 g frozen blueberries (or fresh blueberries)
   • 90 g brown sugar
   • 1 packet (37 g) vanilla pudding powder
   • 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (alternatively 1 tablespoon cornstarch)

   Instructions

   1. Prepare the Dough:
      In a large bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter in small cubes and ice-cold water. Knead the mixture with your hands until it forms a smooth dough. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
   2. Prepare the Filling:
      Grease a 28 cm tart or pie tin with butter. In a separate bowl, mix the frozen blueberries with brown sugar and vanilla pudding powder. Set aside.
   3. Assemble the Pie:
      Preheat the oven to 200°C (conventional) or 180°C (fan-assisted). Roll out two-thirds of the dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle large enough to fit the pie tin. Line the tin with the dough and press the edges down firmly. Sprinkle the bottom with breadcrumbs or cornstarch.
   4. Add the Filling:
      Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the pie crust. Roll out the remaining dough and cut it into thin strips (about 2 cm wide) using a fluted pastry cutter or sharp knife. Lay the strips over the blueberries in a lattice pattern. Trim any excess dough and press the edges down firmly.
   5. Bake the Pie:
      Place the pie on the lower rack of the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly. Let the pie cool before serving.

   Pro Tips

   • Prevent a Soggy Bottom: Sprinkling breadcrumbs or cornstarch on the crust helps absorb moisture from the blueberries and keeps the bottom crust crispy.
   • Chill the Dough: Keep the dough cold to ensure a flaky and tender crust.
   • Try Fresh Blueberries: While frozen blueberries work well, fresh blueberries will enhance the flavor during blueberry season.

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