Rustic Apple and Blackberry Delight Pie
Experience the essence of summer with this Rustic Apple and Blackberry Delight Pie. This dessert highlights the juicy, ripe blackberries paired with sweet, tender apples, enveloped in a luscious, gooey sauce that is sure to impress. It's an effortless, no-fail recipe that comes together quickly, making it perfect for family gatherings or an intimate evening with loved ones. Whipped together with a crumbly topping and a hint of cheddar cheese, this pie delivers a comforting blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. It's no wonder this is my husband's all-time favorite dessert!
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Unbaked pie shell
1 (9 inch, ready to use)
Blackberries
2 cups (fresh)
Apples
2-3 cups (cored, peeled, and sliced (approximately 2 to 3 medium apples))
Sugar
1 cup (granulated)
Flour
1/4 cup (for thickening filling)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
Allspice
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
Water
1/2 cup (filtered)
Flour
1/4 cup (for topping)
White sugar
1 tablespoon (for topping)
Butter
1 tablespoon (unsalted, softened)
Cheddar cheese
1/3 cup (shredded)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a small saucepan, mix together the sugar, 1/4 cup flour, salt, cinnamon, allspice, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a boil and thickens.
3
Once thickened, remove from heat and gently fold in the sliced apples and blackberries, ensuring they're well coated with the sauce.
4
In a separate small bowl, combine the topping ingredients: 1/4 cup flour, 1 tablespoon white sugar, and butter. Mix together until crumbly.
5
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of flour over the bottom of the unbaked pie shell to help absorb the juices.
6
Carefully pour the prepared apple and blackberry filling into the pie shell, evenly distributing the fruit.
7
Sprinkle the crumbly topping over the filling, followed by distributing the cheddar cheese on top for a delightful flavor contrast.
8
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for approximately 50 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
9
Let the pie cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rustic Apple and Blackberry Delight Pie?
It is a summer dessert featuring juicy blackberries and sweet apples in a gooey sauce with a crumbly topping and a hint of cheddar cheese.
What fruits are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of fresh blackberries and 2 to 3 cups of cored, peeled, and sliced apples.
How many blackberries are needed?
You will need 2 cups of fresh blackberries.
What type of apples should be used?
You need 2 to 3 medium apples, which should be cored, peeled, and sliced to make approximately 2 to 3 cups.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long does the pie need to bake?
The pie should bake for approximately 50 minutes until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
What size pie shell is required?
A 9-inch ready-to-use unbaked pie shell is required.
Why is flour sprinkled on the bottom of the pie shell?
One tablespoon of flour is sprinkled on the bottom to help absorb the juices from the fruit during baking.
How do you prepare the filling sauce?
Mix sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, allspice, and water in a saucepan over medium heat until the mixture boils and thickens.
What spices are used in the pie?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon each of ground cinnamon and ground allspice.
How much sugar is used in the filling?
The filling requires 1 cup of granulated sugar.
What are the ingredients for the crumbly topping?
The topping consists of 1/4 cup flour, 1 tablespoon white sugar, and 1 tablespoon of softened unsalted butter.
When is the cheddar cheese added?
The shredded cheddar cheese is distributed over the crumbly topping just before the pie is placed in the oven.
How much cheddar cheese is used?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
When should the fruit be added to the filling mixture?
Fold the fruit into the sauce once the mixture has thickened and been removed from the heat.
What should the pie look like when it is finished baking?
The fruit should be bubbling and the topping should be a golden brown color.
Can the pie be served warm?
Yes, it can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
What type of butter is used for the topping?
The recipe specifies 1 tablespoon of softened unsalted butter.
How much flour is used for thickening the filling?
The filling uses 1/4 cup of flour for thickening.
How much water is needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of filtered water.
How much salt is included?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much white sugar is in the topping?
There is 1 tablespoon of white sugar in the topping.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is described as an effortless, no-fail recipe that comes together quickly.
Should the pie cool before serving?
Yes, you should let the pie cool slightly before slicing and serving.
How much flour is used for the topping?
The topping uses 1/4 cup of flour.
Is the pie shell pre-baked?
No, the recipe uses an unbaked pie shell.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include pie, dessert, summer recipe, apple pie, blackberry pie, easy dessert, homemade, and comfort food.
What is the purpose of the water in the filling?
The water is mixed with sugar, flour, and spices to create the thickened sauce that coats the fruit.
Is this recipe suitable for family gatherings?
Yes, it is described as perfect for family gatherings or intimate evenings.
How many medium apples are needed?
Approximately 2 to 3 medium apples are needed to yield the required 2-3 cups.