Description
This classic Raspberry Pie features a flaky double crust filled with a luscious, sweet-tart raspberry filling. Perfectly balanced with fresh lemon juice and a touch of sugar, this pie bakes to golden perfection and is ideal for any dessert table or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 double crust pie crust
Filling
- 5 cups raspberries (if using frozen, make sure they are thawed)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pie.
- Prepare Bottom Crust: Roll out half of the pie crust and gently fit it into an 8-9 inch pie pan, ensuring an even layer along the bottom and sides.
- Mix Raspberries and Lemon Juice: In a large bowl, combine the raspberries with fresh lemon juice to enhance the tartness and flavor.
- Prepare Sugar Mixture: In a separate small bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined; this mixture will thicken the filling.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: Add the sugar mixture to the raspberry mixture and stir thoroughly to coat the berries evenly with the thickening agent.
- Fill Pie: Pour the raspberry filling into the prepared bottom crust, spreading it evenly.
- Add Top Crust: Roll out the remaining pie crust and place it over the filling. Crimp the edges to seal and cut vents or a decorative design on top to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg with water and brush this mixture over the top crust to give it a beautiful golden shine once baked.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling actively, indicating it’s cooked through.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. For best results, chill in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the filling to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure raspberries are fully thawed if using frozen to prevent excess moisture in the filling.
- Chilling the pie after baking helps the filling to firm up for cleaner slices.
- Adjust sugar amount based on the sweetness of your raspberries to your taste.
- The cornstarch acts as a thickener, so don’t skip it to avoid a runny filling.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor impact.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: raspberry pie, fruit pie, dessert pie, homemade pie crust, berry pie, summer dessert
