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.
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.
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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!
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.
Watery? Are you sure you measured the ingredients right? I heard cornstarch is super important for thickening. Just a thought!
This Saskatoon Berry Pie was a huge hit at my family gathering! Super easy to make and the berries were so sweet. Definitely recommend!
Sounds delicious! I’ve never tried Saskatoon berries before, but I’m definitely going to give this a go!
I tried this recipe but it was way too sweet for my taste. Maybe cut down the sugar next time? Not what I expected.
I think you might just have a sweet tooth! I found it perfect as is. Maybe try a different fruit next time?
Too sweet? Really? This is a pie and pies are supposed to be sweet! Just use less sugar, no biggie.
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.
Delicious! A family favorite. We love Saskatoon berries!
I totally agree! Saskatoon berries make everything better. Your pie sounds amazing!
Honestly, I’ve never tried Saskatoon berries. Are they really that good, or is it all hype?
So good, I can’t stop eating it! But my pie crust burnt a bit 🙁
This pie is incredible! The berries were perfectly sweet. 5 stars!
Not sure if I did something wrong, but mine came out runny. How do you get it to thicken?
Nah, I don’t think this is worth it. Store-bought is just fine. Who’s got time for all this?
I messed up and added too much cornstarch! It came out like jelly, not my best work. 🙁
Why Saskatoon berries? Can I use regular ones? Asking for a friend.
I kinda messed up the recipe and used too much sugar. It was really sweet but still good!
Can I use other berries? I’m not sure about these Saskatoon things.
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!
Yummy pie! Thanks for the recipe, it’s easy to follow!
I’m glad you liked it! Saskatoon berries are the best! 🍇
This pie is amazing! The Saskatoon berries are so flavorful. My family loved it!
I’m glad to hear that! I love the burst of flavor from Saskatoon berries too. They really make the pie special!
This pie is a disaster. My crust burned and I think I used expired berries.
It was good, but I felt like it was a bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe less sugar next time.
Eh, it was okay. I thought it could use more lemon flavor.
Simple recipe, but I think I added too much sugar… hope it still tastes good!
So excited to try this! Never used Saskatoon berries before but they sound delish.
I made this for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it! Will definitely make again.
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!
Y’all, if you haven’t tried Saskatoon berries, you missing out! Pie just hit different.
Looks yummy but I gotta be honest, I mixed up the cornstarch and baking soda… whoops!
I don’t know about this one… the berries didn’t taste right. Maybe I used too old ones?