Mustikkapiirakka, or Finnish Blueberry Pie, is a delightful dessert that features a buttery crust filled with fresh, juicy blueberries. This pie is simple to make and is often enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 100g cold butter, cubed
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons cold water
For the Filling:
- 500g fresh blueberries
- 100g sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Serving:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh mint, for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the fresh blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix gently to coat the blueberries evenly.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
- Transfer the rolled dough to the pie dish, pressing it gently into the bottom and sides.
- Pour the blueberry filling into the crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake the Pie:
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve slices of the blueberry pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and garnish with fresh mint.
Enjoy your Mustikkapiirakka, a sweet and tangy Finnish treat that’s perfect for any occasion!