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Blue Royalty: Blueberry and Spice Crumble Pie

The perfect union of the classic blueberry pie with an irresistible crunch.

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Blue Royalty: Blueberry and Spice Crumble Pie
Prep Time45 min
Cook Time50 min
Servings8 servings
DifficultyMedium
Calories505 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"This rustic American pie unites the buttery crunch of a homemade pâte brisée dough to a hearty bubbling filling of fresh blueberries cooked with Sicilian lemon and vanilla, covered by a golden oat and spice crumble. A hot, aromatic dessert with balanced acidity."

Discover the sublime harmony between a buttery crust, juicy blueberry filling, and a spiced oat crumble topping. This recipe takes comfort to a new level, being perfect for special moments and pleasing all palates with its complexity of textures and vibrant flavors. Cooling is crucial for a firm filling.

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- A base de pâte brisée gelada antes de assar sustenta o recheio líquido sem amolecer no fundo da forma - O amido de milho gelatiniza com o suco dos mirtilos criando uma geleia viscosa e brilhante de corte limpo - A cobertura crumble com açúcar mascavo, aveia e canela adiciona textura crocante tostada à cada garfada

Ingredients

Ingredients for the Blue Royalty

  • 250 grams Wheat flour, without baking powder
  • 125 grams Unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon Refined sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 4-6 tablespoons Ice water
  • 600 grams Fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw)
  • 100 grams Granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (Maizena)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Sicilian lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Good quality vanilla extract
  • 100 grams Wheat flour, without baking powder
  • 80 grams Medium rolled oats
  • 75 grams Brown sugar, packed
  • 70 grams Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

Instructions: Step by Step for the Perfect Pie

1

<strong>Prepare the Dough (Pâte Brisée):</strong> Mix the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter (or your fingertips) until you get a coarse crumb texture. Avoid overworking the dough, this is crucial for lightness.

2

Add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Do not knead. Form a disk, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. The short answer is: the dough needs to rest.

3

After refrigerating, on a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough with a rolling pin until it forms a large circle to cover a 23 cm pie dish. Transfer carefully to the mold and trim the edges. Pierce the bottom with a fork and place in the freezer for 15 minutes.

4

<strong>Prepare the Golden Crumble:</strong> In a medium bowl, combine the wheat flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add the cold butter in cubes.

5

Using your fingertips, mix the butter into the dry ingredients until it forms a thick, granular farofa. Do not knead. Keep in the refrigerator to maintain consistency. The secret to this recipe is the loose texture of the crumble.

6

<strong>Prepare the Jammy Filling:</strong> In a large bowl, combine the blueberries (if frozen, do not thaw), granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix gently so as not to crush the blueberries and to incorporate well.

7

<strong>Assembly and Baking:</strong> Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Line the chilled dough with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes (blind baked). Remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for another 5-7 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.

8

Reduce the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F). Pour the pre-prepared blueberry filling into the base of the pre-baked pie. Spread it evenly over the surface for even cooking.

9

Spread the oat crumble mixture evenly over the blueberry filling, covering the entire surface. Make sure the crumble is well distributed for a perfect crust.

10

Take the pie to the oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the crumble is golden and crunchy, and the filling is bubbling and thick. If the crumble browns too quickly, lightly cover with aluminum foil.

11

Let the pie cool completely on a rack before slicing and serving, for at least 3-4 hours. The short answer is: cooling is crucial so that the filling sets and the slices remain intact.

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Chef Tips

- Trabalhe a massa rapidamente com as pontas dos dedos para não transferir calor corporal à manteiga gelada - Se usar mirtilos congelados, não descongele antes de misturar ao açúcar e amido para não liberar água excessiva - Espere a torta esfriar por pelo menos 2 horas antes de fatiar para que o recheio de mirtilo gelatinize com consistência

Variations

- Adicione 1 colher de café de gengibre fresco ralado e raspas de laranja ao recheio de mirtilo para notas aromáticas cítricas - Asse a receita em pequenas forminhas individuais de cerâmica para servir porções unitárias elegantes com colher - Salpique lâminas finas de amêndoas cruas sobre a farofa de crumble antes de levar ao forno pré-aquecido

Substitutions

- Os mirtilos frescos podem ser substituídos por amoras silvestres, framboesas frescas ou maçãs fatiadas com canela - A aveia em flocos do crumble pode ser substituída por nozes picadas, castanha-de-caju triturada ou amêndoas - O açúcar granulado do recheio pode ser substituído por açúcar demerara triturado ou açúcar mascavo claro

How to Store

Guarde a torta em temperatura ambiente sob cúpula por até 2 dias ou na geladeira em recipiente fechado por até 5 dias. Para recuperar a crocância estaladiça do crumble, aqueça a fatia no forno a 160°C por 6 minutos.

Can You Freeze It?

The pie baked whole or in slices can be frozen well wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 60 days. To consume, take directly to the preheated oven at 180°C for 15 to 20 minutes until the filling bubbles again.

What to Serve With

Perfectly accompanies a generous scoop of artisanal vanilla ice cream served over the warm slice, fresh whipped cream, or pure filtered coffee. For a festive glass, harmonize with late harvest dessert wine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen blueberries for the pie filling?

Yes, use the blueberries directly frozen in the mixture with starch and sugar; do not thaw to avoid excess liquid at the base.

How to know if the blueberry filling has cooked completely?

The filling will be at the correct point when it is bubbling vigorously through the cracks of the crumble in the final phase of the oven.

Why did the pie dough get soft underneath?

It is essential to bake the pie on the bottom rack of the oven at 180°C so that the heat from the base cooks the dough before the juice penetrates.

Is it necessary to pre-bake the dough before adding the blueberries?

It is not necessary if the oven is well preheated and the cornstarch is measured correctly to thicken the fruit juice.

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