Blackberry Maple Pie

This Blackberry Maple Pie combines maple syrup's natural sweetness with the rich flavour of fresh blackberries, all topped with a beautifully designed lattice crust. Perfect for any family gathering, this pie is sure to impress.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh blackberries

• 1/2 cup pure maple syrup

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• Optional: Zest of 1 lemon

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• 2 premade pie crusts

• 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for brushing)

• 2 tablespoons crystallized sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, gently toss together the blackberries, maple syrup, cornstarch, cinnamon, and optional lemon zest until the berries are evenly coated.

3. Assemble the Pie: Place one of the premade pie crusts into your dish. Pour the blackberry mixture into the crust, spreading it out evenly. Use the second pie crust to create a lattice or another design of your choice over the filling.

4. Bake the Pie: Place the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

5. Brush and Sprinkle: Remove the pie from the oven. Brush the top crust with heavy cream and sprinkle with crystallized sugar for a delightful crunch and sweet finish.

6. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or room temperature, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

This pie perfectly captures the flavours of fresh, seasonal blackberries' flavours combined with maple syrup's rich sweetness, making it a family favourite!