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Nutritional Values
400kcal
5gProtein
60gCarbs
18gFat
4gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Blueberry Pie
How to order / say it
Say it
Mustikkapiirakka — [MOO-stik-ka-pee-rah-ka]
Order
I'd like a piece of blueberry pie, please.
Locally
Haluaisin palan mustikkapiirakkaa, kiitos.
Say locally
A traditional Finnish dessert pie made with fresh blueberries and a shortcrust pastry.
Why try it?
Mustikkapiirakka highlights Finland's love for berries, particularly the wild blueberries that thrive in the Finnish forests. It's a staple in Finnish households during berry season, embodying the sweet and simple joys of nature.
How it tastes
The pastry is buttery and crisp, providing a perfect counter to the sweet, juicy blueberries within. A dollop of vanilla sauce or ice cream complements the pie, enhancing its sweetness and tangy notes.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
In Finland, berry picking has long been a cherished summer activity. Mustikkapiirakka emerged in the early 20th century as a way to use abundant blueberries optimally, thus becoming an iconic Finnish dessert.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 300 g blueberries
- 🌾 200 g flour
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🥛 50 ml milk
Method
- 1 Preheat oven and mix flour with butter and sugar to form a dough.
- 2 Press dough into a pie dish and add blueberries on top.
- 3 Sprinkle additional sugar over berries.
- 4 Bake until crust is golden brown and blueberries are juicy.
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