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Irresistible Fresh Huckleberry Pie Recipe Easy Homemade Lattice Crust Tutorial

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A delicious fresh huckleberry pie with a flaky, buttery lattice crust that balances sweet-tart berries and golden crisp edges. Easy enough for beginners and perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 6–8 tbsp ice water, as needed
  • 4 cups fresh huckleberries, rinsed and drained
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp coarse sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups flour and 1 tsp salt. Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  2. Slowly add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overwork it.
  3. Divide dough into two discs, flatten slightly, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine 4 cups fresh huckleberries, ¾ cup sugar, 3 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, ½ tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Gently toss to coat the berries evenly and let sit.
  5. On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc to about 12 inches diameter. Transfer to a 9-inch pie dish, pressing into edges without stretching. Trim excess dough, leaving about an inch overhang.
  6. Pour the huckleberry mixture into the crust, spreading evenly.
  7. Roll out the second dough disc to a similar size. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice into ½-inch wide strips.
  8. Lay out half the strips horizontally across the pie, spaced evenly. Fold back every other strip halfway, then place a strip vertically, unfold the folded strips over it. Alternate folding strips back and adding vertical strips until the lattice covers the pie.
  9. Trim and tuck the edges under the bottom crust. Crimp or flute edges to seal.
  10. Brush the lattice crust with beaten egg, making sure to get every nook. Sprinkle coarse sugar over the top.
  11. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 20 minutes.
  12. Reduce heat to 350°F and bake for another 30-35 minutes, or until crust is golden and filling is bubbling thickly.
  13. Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

Do not skip the initial high heat blast at 400°F to set the crust and keep it flaky. Tent the edges with foil if they brown too fast. Keep ingredients cold for best crust texture. Practice lattice weaving on parchment paper before assembling. Chill the assembled pie for 15 minutes if kitchen is warm.

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