Finnish Blueberry Pies
- Jen Jacobson
- Feb 21, 2022
- 1 min read
Recipe brought to you by delicious.com
These pies are traditionally made in the summer months. You will need eight 8cm fluted loose-based tart pans.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups (300g) plain flour
1/2 cup (110g) caster sugar
100g unsalted butter, softened
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
FILLING
1/2 cup (120g) creme fraiche
1/2 cup (140g) Greek yoghurt
1 egg
1/4 cup (55g) caster sugar
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
2 cups frozen blueberries
METHOD
Preheat oven to 180°C. Place butter and sugar in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment and beat for 3-4 minutes until pale and creamy. Add the egg and beat to combine, then mix in the flour and baking powder. Divide dough into 8 even pieces and press into the base and side of 8 lightly greased 8cm loose-bottomed tart pans. Set aside.
For the filling whisk together the creme fraiche, yoghurt, egg, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Divide the mixture among tarts and top with 1/4 cup blueberries per tart. Place on a tray and bake for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is lightly golden and the custard has set. Cool to room temperature before serving.
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