Homemade Blueberry Pie With Ricotta and Shtreyzel
This homemade blueberry pie with ricotta and shtreyzel is a delightful dessert that beautifully blends the sweet tanginess of blueberries with the creamy richness of ricotta cheese, all encased in a crumbly shtreyzel crust. Perfect for any occasion, it's a true crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Cooling 2 hours hrs
Total Time 3 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
	
    	
		Course Dessert
Cuisine American
 
    
        
		Servings 8
Calories 385 kcal
 
 
For the Shtreyzel Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons ice water
For the Blueberry Filling:
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Zest of one lemon
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
For the Shtreyzel Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. 
- Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or pulse in a food processor until it resembles coarse crumbs. 
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and ice water. Drizzle this mixture over the dry ingredients and gently mix until the dough comes together. 
- Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. 
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish. Carefully transfer it to the pie dish and trim any excess dough hanging over the edges. 
For the Blueberry Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the fresh blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and lemon zest until the berries are coated. 
- Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. 
- Pour the blueberry mixture on top of the ricotta. 
To Assemble and Bake:
- Place a sheet of aluminum foil over the pie crust, and fill it with baking beans or pie weights. This prevents the crust from puffing up during baking. 
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 25 minutes with the foil and weights, then remove them and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling. 
- Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving. This allows the filling to set. 
Tips:
- For an extra decorative touch, you can weave strips of pie dough into a lattice pattern on top of the blueberry filling.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 385
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Protein: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 25g