Blueberry Rhubarb Pie
Blueberry Rhubarb Pie is the best way to kick off the summer season! Packed with fresh blueberries, tangy rhubarb, and a hint of lime, this rustic pie is finished with a buttery crumb topping. Serve it warm with ice cream for the perfect end to a summer day.
Crumb Topped Blueberry Rhubarb Pie
Most folks probably think of Thanksgiving when they think about pies, but I’ve always been more of a summer pie girl. You’ll never convince me that pumpkin pie can compete with a bubbly, jewel toned berry pie, bursting with sweet tart flavor.
Plus, berry pies are obviously meant to be served a la mode, a situation that is especially enjoyable in the summer months.
If Peach Crumble Pie is the go-to for long, late summer days and Bumbleberry Pie is the obvious pick for Fourth of July, this Blueberry Rhubarb Pie is the perfect kick off to summer, highlighting some early season fruits (and vegetables).
Yes, rhubarb is technically a vegetable, which is why we can say we’re eating this pie for our health.
I adapted this Blueberry Rhubarb Pie recipe from the fabulous cookbook, Midwest Made. It’s a rustic crumb pie with a no-cook berry filling and buttery crumble topping that practically begs for ice cream.
The tangy rhubarb and squeeze of fresh lime juice balance the sweetness of the blueberries, for a pie that feels both familiar and surprising.
If you’re in the Midwest, I’d argue that the best place to find rhubarb is not in the grocery store, but in your neighbor’s back yard. Ask around! This perennial grows prolifically every year from April to July, so you’re likely to find someone that’s thrilled to give some away!
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
Pie Crust– We are big fans of this homemade Buttermilk Pie Crust. It’s made in a food processor and pretty easy to work with. However, you can definitely use a store bought pie crust if you prefer.
Pantry staples including flour, sugar, and salt, as well as cinnamon and ginger. Feel free to experiment with different spices. Cardamom and a bit of nutmeg would also be lovely here.
Butter– We use butter for the crumb topping as well as just a tad in the filling. I prefer to use unsalted butter.
Turbinado sugar– This coarse sugar is my secret weapon for adding a bit of sparkly crunch to muffins (see it on our Orange Poppy Seed Muffins), but it’s also perfect for crumb toppings!
Cornstarch– Since we’re not pre-cooking the filling, we need plenty of cornstarch to thicken and soak up the juices as the pie bakes.
Blueberries– This recipe was tested with fresh blueberries. I think it could be made with frozen, but you would need to add an extra tablespoon of cornstarch, as frozen blueberries tend to release more moisture.
Rhubarb– If you’re not familiar with this vegetable, here’s a great tutorial for how to chop rhubarb. Rhubarb does not need to be peeled. You can use frozen chopped rhubarb for this recipe. Just make sure it is thawed and drained before proceeding with the recipe.
Lime– We use both lime zest and juice. The lime pairs so beautifully with the blueberries, but you could also use lemon juice if you prefer.
How to Make Blueberry Rhubarb Pie
Step 1: Prepare the crust. Roll the crust out, then transfer to a 9 inch pie dish. Whisk together flour and sugar and sprinkle it on the bottom of the crust. Chill in the freezer while you prepare the other ingredients.
Step 2: Make the crumbs. Beat together flour, butter, granulated sugar, turbinado sugar, and salt until the mixture is blended, then continue to beat until it’s broken up into small crumbs. Place in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
Step 3: Make the filling. Whisk together sugar, cornstarch, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. In a large bowl, combine blueberries, rhubarb, lime zest and juice, and butter. Pour the sugar mixture over the berries and use your hands to gently stir them together.
Step 4: Assemble. Pour the berry filling into the pie crust, then sprinkle crumbs evenly over the top.
Step 5: Bake. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Lower the heat to 375 and bake another 50-60 minutes, or until juices from the berries are bubbling up around the edges. After 15 minutes, place a pie shield around the edges of the crust so it doesn’t get too brown.
Step 6: Rest. Allow the pie to cool for at least two hours unless you don’t mind really sloppy slices. Bluebarb pie can be served warm or at room temperature.
Make Ahead and Storage Instructions
The pie crust can be made up to 48 hours in advance or frozen for up to 3 months. Be sure to thaw it overnight in the fridge before proceeding with the recipe.
The crumb topping can also be prepared in advance and kept in a sealed container in the fridge.
Blueberry rhubarb pie is best served the day its made, but it will last for 2 days, covered, at room temperature, or up to five days in the fridge.
Reheat leftover pie in the oven or air fryer to help crisp it up. We’ve also reheated it in the microwave, and it’s still delicious, but it won’t have the same crunch as it does in the oven.
Our Best Tips for Pie Making
Keep your pie crust cold! We chill the pie crust after it’s in the pie pan, and sometimes even between rolling it and putting it in the pie pan. Basically, if your pie crust is sticky or hard to work with, pop it in the freezer for a few minutes.
Roll pie crust out between parchment or wax paper to avoid adding too much flour or having it stick to the counter. Peel off the top layer, place it in the pie pan, then gently peel off the other layer.
Sprinkle the bottom of your crust with sugar and flour to keep it from getting soggy.
Bake on a baking sheet. This helps catch any spillage or overflow of the fruit juices. Line it with foil for easy clean up, if desired.
Use a pie shield to avoid an overly browned crust. The pie filling will take much longer to bake than the outer pie crust will. The shield is a handy tool that prevents the crust from burning. As you can see, ours still got pretty brown, so we’ve adjusted the recipe to put the shield on earlier in the baking process.
Let it rest. Fruit pies need to cool before slicing. I know, I know, this is torture, but if you dive right in, you’ll have very sloppy pies. After about two hours you’ll have sliceable but still a bit messy slices (as you see in the pictures). After 6-8 hours, they’ll be nice and firm.
More of our Favorite Pie Recipes
Mini Pecan Pies
Caramelized Apple Pie
Coconut Custard Pie
Peanut Butter Meringue Pie
Pecan Pie Bars
Blueberry Rhubarb Pie
Blueberry Rhubarb Pie is a rustic summer pie with a tangy sweet blueberry rhubarb filling and buttery crumb topping.
Course DessertCuisine AmericanKeyword blueberry rhubarb pie, rhubarb blueberry pie
Prep Time 40 minutes minutesCook Time 1 hour hour
Servings 8
Calories 416kcal
EquipmentPie PanPie Shield
IngredientsFor the crust1 buttermilk pie crust2 teaspoons flour2 teaspoons sugarFor the crumbs:¾ cup all purpose flour5 Tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature¼ cup granulated sugar2 Tablespoons turbinado sugar¼ teaspoon saltFor the filling:1 cup plus 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar6 Tablespoons cornstarch¼ teaspoon ground ginger¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon salt3 cups fresh blueberries3 cups chopped rhubarbZest of 1 limeJuice of ½ lime1 Tablespoon unsalted butter melted
InstructionsPreheat the oven to 425 degrees.Prepare the crust. Roll the crust out between two pieces of parchment paper. Peel off the top layer, then gently flip the crust into a 9 inch pie dish. Peel off the remaining parchment. If the parchment is sticking, pop the dish in the fridge for a few minutes, then try again. Whisk together the flour and sugar and sprinkle it on the bottom of the crust. Place it in the freezer while you prepare the other ingredients.Make the crumbs.In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the flour, butter, granulated sugar, turbinado sugar, and salt. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is blended, then continue to beat until it’s broken up into small crumbs. Place in the fridge while you prepare the filling.Make the filling. In a bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. In another large bowl, combine the blueberries, rhubarb, lime zest and juice, and butter. Pour the sugar mixture over the berries and use your hands to gently stir them together.Assemble.Grab your pie crust and the crumbs. Pour berry filling into the pie crust, scraping out all the sugar and juices, then sprinkle crumbs evenly over the top. The pie dish will be very full.Bake.Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Lower the heat to 375 and bake another 50-60 minutes, or until juices are bubbling up around the edges. After 15 minutes, place a pie shield around the edges of the crust so it doesn’t get too brown.Allow the pie to cool for at least two hours, unless you don’t mind really sloppy slices. Serve at room temperature or warmed.
Notes
The pie will keep well at room temperature, wrapped in saran wrap, for up to two days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheat slices in the air fryer or oven to recrisp, or in the microwave (it won’t have that crunch, but it’ll still be delicious!).
NutritionCalories: 416kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 339IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mgThe post Blueberry Rhubarb Pie appeared first on NeighborFood.
Welcome to Billionaire Club Co LLC, your gateway to a brand-new social media experience! Sign up today and dive into over 10,000 fresh daily articles and videos curated just for your enjoyment. Enjoy the ad free experience, unlimited content interactions, and get that coveted blue check verification—all for just $1 a month!
Account Frozen
Your account is frozen. You can still view content but cannot interact with it.
Please go to your settings to update your account status.
Open Profile Settings