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Apple, Elderflower and Blackberry Pies Recipe

Try this delicious apple, elderflower and blackberry pie recipe for a tasty sweet treat. Made with Jus-Rol shortcrust pastry and served with warm cream.

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Bake Level
Easy
Serves
12 Servings
Bake time
15 mins
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Method

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Equipment required

Knife

Rolling Pin

Pastry Brush

Pie Dish

Nutrition estimate

1 pie slice

  • Calories 250 kcal
  • Fat 12.0 g
  • Saturated fat 5.0 g
  • Carbohydrates 35.0 g
  • Sugars 15.0 g
  • Fibre 2.0 g
  • Protein 3.5 g

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Common questions

Do I need to blind bake shortcrust pastry for every tart?
No. Blind bake when the filling is very wet, sets quickly, or does not need long in the oven—classic for custard, lemon curd, or no-bake-style fillings. For fillings that bake a long time at a similar temperature to the pastry, you can sometimes bake raw shell and filling together, though blind baking still helps avoid a soggy base.
How do I stop a soggy bottom on a shortcrust tart?
Blind bake until the base is dry and lightly coloured, seal with a thin layer of egg white or chocolate if appropriate, brush hot jam on fruit tarts, or sprinkle a little ground nuts or semolina on the base. A metal tin and a hot oven for the initial bake also help crisp the underside.
How thick should I roll shortcrust for a tart case?
About 3–4 mm is typical for a standard tart—thin enough to cook through without being brittle, thick enough to handle. Thinner shells bake faster; very thick bases can be doughy in the centre.
How long should shortcrust rest in the fridge?
At least 30 minutes after mixing is common; many recipes suggest an hour or overnight. Resting relaxes gluten and firms the fat so the pastry is easier to roll and less likely to shrink.
What temperature should I bake shortcrust blind?
Many recipes use around 180–200°C fan-adjusted equivalents, depending on your oven. Start with a hotter stage if you want extra colour, then reduce if the edges brown too fast. Always follow your recipe’s fan or conventional settings.
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