CANADIAN SASKATOON PIE

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Saskatoons are a berry found in the British Columbia prairies, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. They resemble a blueberry in looks but can be very nutty and cherry-like in flavour. This pie is a family favourite.

Provided by CharlieBrown64

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups saskatoon berries, or as needed
¼ cup water
½ cup white sugar
1 ½ tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
1 pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie
1 egg white, beaten lightly
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Bring saskatoon berries and water to a simmer; cook for 15 minutes. Drain any excess water; set aside to cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk 1/2 cup sugar and tapioca together in a bowl. Stir tapioca mixture and lemon juice into berries.
  • Line a 9-inch pie plate with a single crust; pour berry mixture into crust. Dot berries with butter. Place top crust over berries; crimp edges of pie together tightly. Brush top of pie with egg white.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove pie from oven, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar, and return to the oven until pie is golden and filling is bubbly, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 135.2 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

jdg3
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This recipe gets two thumbs up from me!


NH Iqram
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I can't wait to make this pie again! It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Mrs Shakir
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are truly stunning.


Ann Abdou
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The ricotta cheese filling was a nice touch. It added a creamy richness to the pie.


Syed Zada
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I found this recipe to be very easy to follow. Even a beginner baker could make this pie.


iriel flores
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Wow!


Bidemi Olufayo
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Elizabeth Sabin
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Beautiful and delicious! A keeper for special occasions.


Vestilios Opulus
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I love the unique flavor of Saskatoon berries. This pie is a perfect way to showcase them.


Brandon campus
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This Canadian Saskatoon pie recipe was a delight to make! The combination of sweet and tangy Saskatoon berries, creamy ricotta, and flaky crust was simply divine.