Blackberry Pie Recipe with a Flaky Homemade Crust (2024)

June 22, 2015 By Brandy 38 Comments

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You can substitute any berry in this blackberry pie recipe and adjust the sugar accordingly. This is adelicious and flaky summer pie made with sun-ripened blackberries. What berry would you use?

You might also like our peach pie, fresh cherry pie or our blueberry pie recipe!

Blackberry Pie Recipe with a Flaky Homemade Crust (1)

Last week the kids and I went to the Johnson Fruit Farm in Gridley, CA and picked berries. Lots and lots of berries! We ended up arriving later than planned because we made a few stops beforehand sowhen we got there it was 100 degrees out. As we began picking the berries and sweat was dripping off my forehead I thought, “Why are we here?!?!”. Then I saw how fast we were able to work with 5 of us there and we filled up enough buckets to fill two flats of berries and it wasn’t so bad.

Nothing is better than a fresh berry pie. You can use this blackberry pie recipe for any berry! Just adjust the sugar up or down, accordingly. My husband rolled his eyes as he saw us putting them in the oven…it was still over 100 degrees outside, but that hour of having the oven baking and adding to the inside temps was definitely worth it!

Blackberry Pie

Pie Crust:

I HATE making pie crust. Even with this awesome recipe from Betty Crocker’s cookbook that rolls out really well, I find it nerve-wracking. But this is a good recipe and comes out flaky. I think it is because it uses butter, shortening, and oil.

TIP: if you don’t have buttermilk you can substitute milk + 1 tsp. lemon juice. Just pour the lemon juice into the milk and it will thicken slightly like buttermilk.

Blackberry Pie Recipe with a Flaky Homemade Crust (5)

In large bowl, mix sugar, 1/2 cup flour and stir in blackberries. Spoon into pastry-lined pie plate. Sprinkle any remaining sugar mixture over blackberry mixture.

Blackberry Pie Recipe with a Flaky Homemade Crust (6)

Cover with top pastry that has slits cut in it; seal and flute. If you’d like to make a lattice pie crust for the top, check out our blueberry pie with a lattice crust for step by step photos and instructions.

Tip: Cover edge with 2- to 3-inch strip of foil to prevent excessive browning.

Blackberry Pie Recipe with a Flaky Homemade Crust (7)

My girls like making little decorations out of the leftover crust. Hence, the butterfly 🙂

Ready to go in the oven! Bake for about 50 minutes. Let cool for 30 minutes to an hour before serving. The filling will thicken as the pie cools.

Freezing Blackberry Pie

I like making two pies at once. If you’re going to make a mess in your kitchen might as well make it worth it! You can easily freeze an unbaked pie by wrapping it in plastic wrap then wrapping it in foil before placing it into the freezer. Pies can be frozen up to 4 months. DO NOT THAT before baking the frozen pie. Place unwrapped frozen pie on a baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes then 350 for 60 minutes or until done.

Fresh Blackberry Pie Printable Recipe

Blackberry Pie Recipe With Buttermilk Crust

You can substitute any berry in this blackberry pie recipe and adjust the sugar accordingly. This is a delicious and flaky summer pie made with sun-ripened blackberries. What berry would you use?

4.50 from 16 votes

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 464kcal

Ingredients

Crust:

2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup shortening
3 Tbsp. butter
2 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/3 cup buttermilk

Filling:

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup flour
6 cup blackberries fresh or frozen

Instructions

Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in shortening using a pastry cutter. Cut in butter. Add oil and milk and stir until a soft dough forms.
Cut dough in half. Wrap one half in plastic wrap and set aside.
Roll the other half and place into a pie pan.
Mix ingredients for filling. Pour into pie crust.
Roll out second pie crust and place on top.
Cut off excess pie crust using a knife and crimp/pinch the edges.
Add 3-4 slits for venting while the pie bakes.
Cover edge with 2- to 3-inch strip of foil to prevent excessive browning. Sprinkle top of pie with sugar.
Bake 45-55 minutes at 425 degrees or until crust is golden brown and juice begins to bubble through slits in crust, removing foil for last 15 minutes of baking. Cool on cooling rack at least 2 hours to allow blackberry filling to thicken.

Notes

TIP: if you don't have buttermilk you can substitute milk + 1 tsp. lemon juice. Just pour the lemon juice into the milk and it will thicken slightly like buttermilk.

Nutrition

Calories: 464kcal

Brandy

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Welcome! I'm Brandy, mother to 5 darling kiddos and a cute black lab named Toby. My husband is in the Coast Guard so we've lived all over the place, turning each house into a home. I love baking, sewing, making cute things with my kids, and sharing what I've learned with all of you!

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leighdstr says
May 10, 2016 at 4:32 am
I’m still working on my crust making skills! I think this pie is perfect for practice. It looks amazing!
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- Ria says
  December 1, 2018 at 2:09 pm
  Well I have to admit I do use a refrigerated piecrust but this is a fantastic recipe
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- Carol says
  July 4, 2023 at 11:50 am
  Glad someone else finds making pie crust nerve wracking! I know the key is practice!
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sherry says
May 10, 2016 at 5:58 pm
This pie looks perfect for a summertime dessert. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
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Teresa B says
May 11, 2016 at 8:46 am
it sounds delicious, and pretty easy to make too! Thank you for sharing!
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lorraine williamson says
May 11, 2016 at 3:09 pm
love love blackberries thanks for sharing pinned and yummed have a great week
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apoconant says
May 11, 2016 at 6:10 pm
The crust came out good for me! I’ll have to make one for memorial day at the in-laws!
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Casserole Gals says
May 11, 2016 at 6:29 pm
I love anything with Blackberries and this looks amazing! Casserole Gal Rhonda
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CJ Huang says
May 12, 2016 at 6:29 am
This pie looks like a great way to enjoy those summer berries! Looks delicious. 🙂
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Erin - Suburban Simplicity says
May 12, 2016 at 12:59 pm
I love, love, love berry pies and crisps during the summer…they go great with a little vanilla ice-cream. You have a great blog! This is my first time here. You should come link up at Welcome Home Wednesdays. Party opens 7a CST. http://www.suburbansimplicity.com Hope to see you there!
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Jennifer Dawn says
May 13, 2016 at 7:48 am
Yum! This looks amazing! Your pictures are stunning. I’d love for you to share this at our weekly link party! http://www.thelifeofjenniferdawn.com/2016/05/fun-birthday-party-ideas-little-bird.html Hope to see you there!
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Margy Lutz says
May 15, 2016 at 6:45 pm
See Also
The Best Grilled Tilapia Recipe (15-minute recipe!)
We have to wait until late July or early August for the blackberries to ripen up here in BC, but when they do they are free for the picking. I just love that time of year! – Margy
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Valerie says
May 16, 2016 at 5:53 pm
Blackberry Pie is my favorite! I’ve never tried making it before. Thanks for the recipe!
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Christine @ www.rustic-refined.com says
May 17, 2016 at 2:39 pm
Now THAT looks amazing. Pinning this so I don’t forget to add this to my “must have” list. lol Thanks for joining us at the Dishing It & Digging It Link Party
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Miz Helen says
May 19, 2016 at 6:04 am
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Enjoy your new Red Plate and have a great day!
Miz Helen
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DearCreatives (@DearCreatives) says
May 19, 2016 at 11:00 am
Looks so yummy. Blackberry pies are the best. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight Party. Pinned & shared.
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Navy Wifey Peters @ USS Crafty says
May 19, 2016 at 4:06 pm
Those berries look sooooooooooooo good! The pies look amazing! Thanks for sharing at the Submarine Sunday Link Party!
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Gloria Duggan says
May 19, 2016 at 5:00 pm
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Be sure to share via your social media….and thanks for linking up!!
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bj says
May 19, 2016 at 6:50 pm
I bought fresh blackberries just today and I will make your pie…it looks sooo good. Here from Miz Helens
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playdatesparties says
May 20, 2016 at 4:13 am
My oldest LOVES blackberries. Can’t wait to give this recipe a try!
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themondaybox says
May 20, 2016 at 8:46 pm
This pie makes me hungry for summer! We just went strawberry picking and now I am anxious for blackberry season! 🙂 My son’s favorite berry is blackberries so I will be sure to give this recipe a try!
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FABBY says
May 22, 2016 at 8:12 am
Great pie, I love blackberries and your recipe looks terrific.
Hugs,
FABBY
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Love My Mess says
May 27, 2016 at 6:37 pm
I am such a fan of blackberries, just love them! I’ve made lots of pies but never blackberry – pinned! Thanks for sharing at #HappinessIsHomemade and congrats on the feature this week!
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Lani says
June 30, 2016 at 3:00 pm
I made your pie and it was wonderful! Thank you for posting!
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- Brandy says
  July 2, 2016 at 1:16 pm
  Lovely!! I’m so glad to hear this. There’s nothing better than a fresh berry pie 🙂
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Areli Ellsworth says
July 29, 2016 at 12:43 pm
I am going to try and make this pie, but what I notice, in your recipe you didn’t include the degrees the oven needed to be to bake the pie. Could you tell me at how many degrees you baked the pie? Thanks!
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- Brandy says
  July 29, 2016 at 11:53 pm
  Oops! Thanks for letting me know! 425 degrees 🙂
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Sarah says
August 1, 2016 at 6:48 am
My family rented a cute house off the Willamette River in WestFir, Oregon. The kids picked a TON of berries and I made this wonderful pie recipe. It turned out AMAZING!
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- Brandy says
  August 1, 2016 at 3:29 pm
  I’m so glad! I’m wishing I had some blackberries right now! 🙂
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Marjorie says
August 1, 2018 at 11:43 pm
Made this today, easy, and delicious ? Thank you for recipe?
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- Brandy says
  August 2, 2018 at 10:26 am
  I’m so glad! You’re welcome!
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Jacque Compton says
May 30, 2021 at 4:05 pm
I love this recipe, but I use 3cups Blackberries and 3cups Blueberries. It turns out wonderful and have gotten a lot of compliments fixed with 1/2 and 1/2 mixture. Love the crust, it is my favorite.
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- Brandy says
  June 1, 2021 at 7:25 am
  The half and half berry version sounds delicious!!
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MaryBeth says
July 24, 2021 at 11:13 am
Just clarifying, because I am not a true pie/dessert maker. Is this recipe for 2 pies? 6 cups of berries seems a lot, for one. Thanks in advance.
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- Brandy says
  July 25, 2021 at 2:21 pm
  Hi MaryBeth! 6 cups will make 1 pie. The berries mash down when baking so you need quite a few for the filling. 🙂
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Teresa says
May 17, 2022 at 3:11 pm
Deep dish pan will it be enough filling
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- Brandy says
  May 17, 2022 at 9:53 pm
  Hi! I’m not sure. May want to make a little extra for a full pie.
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Jo says
June 5, 2023 at 1:34 am
If using frozen blackberries, should they be thawed first or thawed and drained or kept frozen to make filling?
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