Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry Cream Pie, a perfect summer dessert that combines a creamy custard base with fresh blueberries atop a buttery graham cracker crust. This pie is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making it an ideal sweet treat for picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings. With its refreshing flavors and smooth texture, it’s bound to impress anyone who takes a slice! Prepare ahead of time and chill until ready to serve for the best results.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups finely ground graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 2 large egg yolks (beaten)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- To make the custard, cook milk, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until thickened, then stir in vanilla and butter. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine graham cracker crumbs, coconut, sugar, and melted butter; press into a pie plate and bake for 7 minutes. Allow to cool.
- For the blueberry topping, mix one cup of blueberries with sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan; boil while stirring until thickened. Stir in lemon juice and remaining blueberries.
- Spread chilled custard into cooled crust; top with blueberry mixture and refrigerate for three hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (124g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg