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Three Sisters Pie

Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Three Sisters Pie
Servings 8
Homemade Three Sisters Pie with strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries in a flaky crust. A beautiful lattice-topped pie perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup vegetable shortening or lard
  • 6 –7 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or thawed unsweetened sliced strawberries
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into bits

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in the shortening using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork until the dough just comes together.

Step 2: Form the Dough

  • Divide the dough into two portions, one slightly larger than the other. Shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3: Make the Berry Filling

  • In a separate bowl, gently toss the strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with cornstarch and apple juice. Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes. Stir in the sugar and cinnamon just before filling the pie.

Step 4: Assemble the Bottom Crust

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Roll the larger pastry disk into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Fit it into a 9-inch pie pan, leaving about a 1-inch overhang.

Step 5: Add the Filling

  • Spoon the berry filling into the crust and dot with butter pieces.

Step 6: Create the Lattice Top

  • Roll out the smaller dough disk into an 11-inch circle and cut into ½-inch strips. Twist each strip slightly and arrange in a lattice pattern over the filling. Trim excess dough and crimp the edges to seal.

Step 7: Bake the Pie

  • Place the pie on a baking sheet. Bake at 450°F for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 55 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

Step 8: Serve

  • Let the pie cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.