Rating: 3.70
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Saskatoon Berry Pie

April 1, 2025

Saskatoon Berry Pie is a dessert that brings the rich, tart flavor of Saskatoon berries to life in a buttery, flaky pie crust. These small, deep purple berries, native to North America, are often compared to blueberries but with a slightly sweeter, almond-like flavor. When baked into a pie, they create a filling that’s perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, making each bite both refreshing and comforting.

The filling of a Saskatoon Berry Pie is simple yet full of flavor. Saskatoon berries are combined with sugar, lemon juice, and a bit of cornstarch to thicken the filling, creating a luscious texture that holds up beautifully in the pie. A pinch of cinnamon or vanilla can be added for an extra depth of flavor, but the berries themselves shine as the star of the dish. The fruit releases its juices as it bakes, creating a bubbling, aromatic filling that’s not only delicious but visually stunning when served.

The crust is equally important to this pie, as the crisp, golden edges provide the perfect contrast to the soft, juicy berries inside. A homemade or store-bought pie crust works well, but using a flakey, buttery crust made from scratch really elevates the final product. To make the pie even more indulgent, a dollop of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream can be added when serving.

Saskatoon Berry Pie is a perfect way to celebrate the summer harvest, though the berries are often available frozen year-round. It’s a wonderful dessert to serve at family gatherings, holiday meals, or any time you want to showcase the unique flavor of Saskatoon berries. Whether you’re serving it warm or at room temperature, this pie is always a crowd-pleaser.

Saskatoon Berry Pie offers a delicious and slightly different twist on the classic berry pie, making it a must-try for anyone who enjoys fruit-filled desserts.

Saskatoon Berry Pie
Saskatoon Berry Pie
3.70 from 84 votes
A delicious Saskatoon Berry Pie that celebrates the unique flavor of these Canadian berries.
Servings 1 people
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Saskatoon berries fresh or frozen
  • 0.75 cup sugar granulated
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 pie crust for top and bottom

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine Saskatoon berries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Toss until the berries are well coated.
  • Line a pie dish with one half of the pie crust. Pour the berry mixture into the crust, and dot with small pieces of butter.
  • Cover with the top crust, trimming any excess and crimping the edges to seal. Cut slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 3gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Calories: 350kcal
Meal Type: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Canadian
Keyword: Canadian Cuisine, desserts, Saskatoon Berries
Cooking Method: Baked
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar cicely.stiedemann1 says:

    4 stars
    Yum! I love Saskatoon berries. This pie is sooo good, but I used frozen berries and it turned out a bit watery. Still tasty, though!

    1. User avatar stephaine.kunze17 says:

      4 stars
      OMG, I thought frozen berries would be fine too! Guess I was wrong. Thanks for the heads-up! Maybe I’ll try it with fresh ones next time.

    2. User avatar colton.schiller29 says:

      3 stars
      Watery? Are you sure you measured the ingredients right? I heard cornstarch is super important for thickening. Just a thought!

  2. User avatar steve_maga says:

    5 stars
    This Saskatoon Berry Pie was a huge hit at my family gathering! Super easy to make and the berries were so sweet. Definitely recommend!

    1. User avatar Brand-shei says:

      5 stars
      Sounds delicious! I’ve never tried Saskatoon berries before, but I’m definitely going to give this a go!

  3. User avatar Mayor Hagen says:

    3 stars
    I tried this recipe but it was way too sweet for my taste. Maybe cut down the sugar next time? Not what I expected.

    1. User avatar Gary Schimmel says:

      4 stars
      I think you might just have a sweet tooth! I found it perfect as is. Maybe try a different fruit next time?

    2. 3 stars
      Too sweet? Really? This is a pie and pies are supposed to be sweet! Just use less sugar, no biggie.

  4. User avatar sherika.frami2009 says:

    2 stars
    Why use cornstarch? You can use flour or somethin. This recipe is alright but I think it could be improved. I give it a 2.

  5. User avatar Android 20 says:

    5 stars
    Delicious! A family favorite. We love Saskatoon berries!

    1. User avatar lynell.pfeffer says:

      5 stars
      I totally agree! Saskatoon berries make everything better. Your pie sounds amazing!

    2. User avatar jarred.wintheiser says:

      3 stars
      Honestly, I’ve never tried Saskatoon berries. Are they really that good, or is it all hype?

  6. 5 stars
    Sweet and delicious! My kids gobbled it up! Just like grandma used to make, but she never gave me her secrets. 😂

    1. 5 stars
      I’m so glad your kids loved it! Saskatoon berries are the best! 😍 I can see why it reminded you of grandma. Baking with love is the secret ingredient!

  7. User avatar Fairy Queen says:

    2 stars
    I tried making this pie but it turned out super soggy. Maybe less juice next time?

  8. User avatar mose.hayes1957 says:

    4 stars
    So good, I can’t stop eating it! But my pie crust burnt a bit 🙁

  9. User avatar emelda.berge99 says:

    4 stars
    Saskatoon berries? Had to Google that. They’re delicious but where can I even find them?

  10. 5 stars
    This pie is incredible! The berries were perfectly sweet. 5 stars!

  11. User avatar summer.bradtke2026 says:

    3 stars
    I don’t know why people like this pie, tastes just ok to me. Should stick to apple.

  12. User avatar teodoro.vandervort says:

    2 stars
    Not sure if I did something wrong, but mine came out runny. How do you get it to thicken?

  13. User avatar terrell.kshlerin36 says:

    1 star
    Nah, I don’t think this is worth it. Store-bought is just fine. Who’s got time for all this?

  14. User avatar Dwarven Shpere says:

    2 stars
    Saskatoon what? Never heard of these berries before! Kinda skeptical about trying this recipe…

    1. User avatar Eloy Kessler MD says:

      5 stars
      Saskatoon berries are super tasty! You should give them a try. They taste kinda like blueberries but with a hint of almond. Don’t be scared to experiment!

  15. User avatar Stefan Heidenreich says:

    2 stars
    I messed up and added too much cornstarch! It came out like jelly, not my best work. 🙁

  16. User avatar Snow Bear says:

    4 stars
    Why Saskatoon berries? Can I use regular ones? Asking for a friend.

  17. User avatar ronnie.effertz1959 says:

    3 stars
    I messed up the crust but it still tasted delicious. Baking is hard. 😩

  18. User avatar vern.doyle51 says:

    1 star
    I tried it, but my pie looked more like a berry soup. 😩 I think I need more practice in the kitchen.

    1. 3 stars
      Maybe you added too much sugar or didn’t let it cool enough? I once made a soup too! 😆 It happens! Just keep at it!

    2. 5 stars
      Don’t be too hard on yourself! Sometimes it takes a few tries to get it right. Just keep practicing, you’ll be a pie master in no time! 🍰

  19. User avatar saran.heathcote38 says:

    3 stars
    I didn’t have cornstarch so I used flour instead. The filling got too runny. Make sure you use cornstarch, okay?

  20. User avatar otto.beer says:

    4 stars
    I kinda messed up the recipe and used too much sugar. It was really sweet but still good!

  21. User avatar Chi Shenlong says:

    4 stars
    Can I use other berries? I’m not sure about these Saskatoon things.

    1. 5 stars
      You can definitely use other berries! Blueberries or raspberries would work well too. Just adjust the sugar if they’re sweeter or tarter. Good luck!

  22. 4 stars
    Yummy pie! Thanks for the recipe, it’s easy to follow!

    1. 5 stars
      I’m glad you liked it! Saskatoon berries are the best! 🍇

  23. User avatar Zarniwoop says:

    5 stars
    This pie is amazing! The Saskatoon berries are so flavorful. My family loved it!

    1. 5 stars
      I’m glad to hear that! I love the burst of flavor from Saskatoon berries too. They really make the pie special!

  24. User avatar patty.miller says:

    5 stars
    This is a Canadian classic! 😍 Saskatoon berries are the best, but they’re hard to find where I live.

    1. User avatar danny.wuckert78 says:

      3 stars
      I’ve never heard of Saskatoon berries before! What do they taste like? 😅

  25. User avatar britt.schneider5 says:

    1 star
    This pie is a disaster. My crust burned and I think I used expired berries.

  26. User avatar faye.hill1965 says:

    2 stars
    Saskatoon berries are hard to find where I live. Can I use blueberries instead? Asking for a friend.

    1. User avatar junior.ruecker68 says:

      2 stars
      Blueberries? I guess so, but it’s not the same at all. Don’t expect it to taste like a real Saskatoon berry pie!

    2. 4 stars
      Yeah, you can use blueberries! They’ll taste different, but should still be good. Just adjust the sugar if needed.

  27. User avatar nevada.senger90 says:

    3 stars
    It was good, but I felt like it was a bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe less sugar next time.

  28. User avatar jesse.wintheiser says:

    3 stars
    Eh, it was okay. I thought it could use more lemon flavor.

  29. User avatar Lyla Osinski says:

    4 stars
    Yummy! I love saskatoon berries, but I had to use frozen ones. Still turned out great! Thanks for the recipe!

    1. User avatar Gail Andrews says:

      3 stars
      I dunno, I heard fresh are way better. Frozen might change the taste? 🤔

    2. User avatar emeline.carroll13 says:

      5 stars
      I’m glad it turned out great! Frozen berries are a good substitute, they still taste yummy! 🌟

  30. User avatar michael.gutmann says:

    3 stars
    Simple recipe, but I think I added too much sugar… hope it still tastes good!

  31. 5 stars
    So excited to try this! Never used Saskatoon berries before but they sound delish.

  32. User avatar latanya.shanahan99 says:

    5 stars
    I made this for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it! Will definitely make again.

    1. 5 stars
      That’s awesome to hear! Saskatoon berry pie is a classic! Just made it too, and it was a hit at my family gathering. Thanks for sharing your success!

  33. User avatar wellRespected says:

    5 stars
    Y’all, if you haven’t tried Saskatoon berries, you missing out! Pie just hit different.

  34. 3 stars
    Not bad, but I think it need more sugar. The berries were sorta bitter. Plus, I used a store-bought crust and it was kinda soggy.

    1. User avatar shenita.kiehn49 says:

      3 stars
      Soggy crusts are the worst! Maybe try to bake the crust a bit before adding the filling next time? Just a thought!

    2. 4 stars
      I totally get what you mean about the sugar! I like mine sweeter too. Have you thought about trying brown sugar? It can add a nice flavor!

  35. 5 stars
    This pie was a huge hit at our family gathering! The tartness of the berries mixed with the sweetness is perfect. Will def make again!

    1. User avatar marcelina.daugherty49 says:

      4 stars
      I’m glad to hear it was a hit! Can you share any tips on how to make the crust even flakier? I struggle with that part.

  36. User avatar Questular Rontok says:

    2 stars
    Looks yummy but I gotta be honest, I mixed up the cornstarch and baking soda… whoops!

  37. User avatar ruthann.keeling says:

    3 stars
    Easy to follow recipe, but my crust burned. I think my oven is broken!

    1. User avatar joseph.cassin49 says:

      4 stars
      Maybe try reducing the temperature a bit next time? Ovens can be tricky!

    2. User avatar ingrid.kris1951 says:

      5 stars
      Sounds like your oven might need some fixing! Did you check the temperature with an oven thermometer?

  38. 2 stars
    Isn’t this just a blueberry pie recipe? 🤔 I don’t get why people rave about Saskatoon. They’re just berries, right?

  39. 3 stars
    Made this for my potluck, but I forgot to add the butter on top. Wasn’t that tasty, but hey, still edible.

  40. User avatar Jeanette Terry PhD says:

    2 stars
    I don’t know about this one… the berries didn’t taste right. Maybe I used too old ones?

  41. User avatar nan.oconnell says:

    5 stars
    This pie is amazing! The berries were so sweet, I can’t get enough!

  42. User avatar ivan.wisozk83 says:

    5 stars
    This pie was a hit at my family gathering! The berries were sweet and the crust turned out beautifully. Will definitely make again!

  43. User avatar Dr. Winston Prohaska says:

    5 stars
    Mmmm, pie! Just what I needed! Sweet and tart, perfect combo.

    1. User avatar dino.gutmann61 says:

      2 stars
      Sweet and tart? Isn’t that the same thing? Sounds confusing to me…

    2. User avatar Monroe Lemke says:

      5 stars
      Sounds delicious! I’ve never tried Saskatoon berries before. Where can I find them?

  44. 4 stars
    This pie looks good. I haven’t tried it yet but going to this weekend! 🌟

  45. User avatar Orange Dartwing says:

    2 stars
    I think I did something wrong, because mine came out kind of soupy. What did I do? Too much lemon juice maybe?

  46. User avatar ArabianNights says:

    1 star
    Recipe was too hard! I’m not a baker and this one completely baffled me.

  47. User avatar ray.white79 says:

    5 stars
    Wow, this pie is amazing! The sweetness of the berries combined with the buttery crust is perfect. Thanks for sharing!

  48. User avatar genoveva.becker62 says:

    5 stars
    This pie is absolutely delicious! Made it for my family and we loved it. The sweetness was just right.

    1. User avatar tora.dickinson says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad you loved it! I made it too and everyone in my family enjoyed it as well. The berries are just yummy!

  49. 5 stars
    Yum! Can’t wait to make this! 💖 I’ll probably add some cinnamon for a twist.

  50. User avatar oPandariaNo says:

    3 stars
    I mean, it was okay, but my pie crust fell apart. Should I have used a different kind? Not too sure about the berries either.

    1. 4 stars
      I had the same issue! Maybe try a different pie crust, like a store-bought one. It worked for me!

  51. 5 stars
    This is the best pie ever! I made it last night and everyone loved it. Thanks!

    1. User avatar cleveland.feil49 says:

      3 stars
      Looks good, but isn’t Saskatoon berries rare? How can you be sure they are fresh?

    2. 5 stars
      I tried it too and it was amazing! Best pie ever for real. Can’t wait to make it again.

  52. User avatar virgen.rohan89 says:

    1 star
    Saskatoon berries? Never heard of them. Is that like a Saskatoon fruit? LOL

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