Blueberry pie with lattice crust

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Blueberry pie with a lattice crust is a classic American dessert featuring a sweet, jammy blueberry filling encased in a flaky pastry, distinguished by its decorative woven top crust. Its typical ingredients include fresh or frozen blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and spices like cinnamon, all nestled within a buttery pie dough. This dish is deeply rooted in North American culinary tradition, particularly popular in regions where blueberries are native.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the sugar in the filling and the butter in the crust, while offering minimal protein. A single slice provides a modest amount of vitamin C and antioxidants from the blueberries, with a rough calorie ballpark of 350-450 per serving depending on size and recipe specifics.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	400 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	62 g
Fat	17 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	38 g
Sodium	250 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin C	5 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Calcium	25 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Vitamin K	10 mcg
Magnesium	15 mg

Per 1 slice (1/8 of 9-inch pie, ~150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the lattice crust is not just decorative but functional, allowing steam to escape during baking to prevent a soggy bottom, showcasing early American baking ingenuity. Nutritionally, blueberries are celebrated as a superfood rich in anthocyanins, which are antioxidants that give them their deep color and may support heart health, making this indulgence a bit more than just a sweet treat.