Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh blackberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional: edible black glitter or charcoal powder for gothic effect
- For crust decoration: black licorice or dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your pie dish with the crust, pressing gently into the edges.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine blackberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Gently toss until the berries are coated evenly.
- Create a spooky crust: For added gothic flair, sprinkle some charcoal powder into the pie crust dough or lightly brush it with black food coloring.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the blackberry mixture into the prepared crust. Decorate the top with black licorice strips or chocolate shavings to evoke thorns or gothic motifs.
- Bake: Place the pie in the oven and bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours to let the filling set. Garnish with edible black glitter for an eye-catching gothic finish.
Notes
- You can use frozen blackberries; make sure they are thawed and drained to prevent excess moisture.
- For an intensified gothic effect, add edible black glitter or drizzle dark chocolate over the top.
- Use a homemade gluten-free crust if needed for gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gothic / Halloween
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg