No-Bake Blueberry Pie Recipe

This no-bake blueberry pie has the perfect blend of sweetness and tartness, and is super easy to make! 

No-bake recipes are perfect for the hot summer months because that means you don’t need to spend a lot of time in the kitchen, around the oven in all that sweat. This no-bake blueberry pie recipe, in particular, is an absolute must-try if you want to indulge in a little sweet treat, but still want to keep it a bit healthy.

You’ll need a handful of basic ingredients to make it, and you should be able to put it together in a few simple steps. 

Interested already? Here’s all you need to know about getting the recipe right! 

Ingredients For the Pie

You’ll need two sets of ingredients for the recipe- the crust and the pie filling.

Crust

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoon butter

Filling

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoon cornstarch
• ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ cup water
• 4 cups fresh blueberries
• 4 cups Whipped topping

How to Make the No-Bake Blueberry Pie

Once you have all the ingredients ready, here is what you need to do to make the pie from start to finish. 

Melt the butter.

In a big bowl mix the crumbs and the melted butter. 

Place the mixture into your cake pan and press it into the bottom to form the crust. Then put the pan in the fridge to set while you are creating the next layer.

In a big pot at a low temperature add the blueberries, cornstarch, and salt. Stir well.

Add the water to the pot slowly while continually mixing with a spoon. 

When you get a creamy textured mixture turn the heat off and leave it to cool for 5-10 minutes. 

Add the blueberry mixture to the cake pan in a layer over the crust. Return the cake pan to the fridge to chill for 10 minutes.

Add the whipped topping on top of the blueberry layer, spreading the whipped topping evenly.

Decorate the top of the cake with some blueberries. 

Let it in the fridge for about 2 hours before you serve.

Can I Use Packaged Blueberry Pie Filling?

You can definitely use packaged blueberry pie filling instead of making it from scratch. It will help cut down your cooking time for sure, but if you’re trying to stick to a healthy recipe, following the recipe is your best bet. 

Can I Try Making This Recipe With Other Berries?

Yes, you can actually try replicating this recipe with other berries of your choice. Make sure you choose fresh, ripe fruit that is sweet. For bigger berries like strawberries, you might need to chop up the fruit into smaller chunks. 

In fact, you can go beyond berries and make a no-bake pie with other fruits of your choice as well. 

Why Do I Need to Add Cornstarch?

Cornstarch is an important ingredient for this recipe because it acts as a thickener. Depending on the consistency of the mixture, you might need to add or reduce the amount of cornstarch you add in while making the pie filling. 

Also, remember to mix everything well once you add in the cornstarch. 

What Can I Use Instead of Graham Cracker Crumbs?

For any pie or cheesecake crust, graham cracker crumbs are an absolute must. Graham crackers work best since they have a very subtle, neutral flavor that works well with almost any filling or flavor you’re trying to work with. 

If you don’t have graham cracker crumbs and don’t fancy a trip to the store, you can make do with any digestive biscuits or Nilla wafers. 

What Can I Do With the Leftover Pie Filling? 

Ended up with more of the blueberry pie filling than you needed? There are a lot of interesting ways you can put it to use. 

You could mix it together with some whipping cream and spread it as a layer on your graham cracker crust, pop it into the refrigerator to chill, and then top it with a layer of the pie filling to make a nice layered pie. 

Love cheesecake? You could mix it with some cream cheese and transfer it to individual dessert cups lined with graham cracker crumbs to make some easy cheesecake shots! 

Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe

The recipe is super simple no doubt, but keeping these little tips and tricks in mind will ensure that you get the no-bake blueberry pie to hit perfection in all aspects. 

• While the recipe calls for the use of fresh blueberries, you can also use frozen blueberries instead. Just remember that you might need to reduce the amount of water you’re adding in while preparing the pie filling. 
• To make sure your pie crust is nice and firm, press it with the bottom of a glass such that all the crumbs are tightly packed. 
• Remember to turn the heat down when you add in the cornstarch. This will help keep any lumps from forming in the pie filling mixture, and you’ll get that smooth, even consistency that you are looking for. 
• To enhance the flavor and tartness of the pie filling, you can add a bit of lemon zest and some fresh lemon juice into it. 
• Keep in mind that the refrigeration time is incredibly important for not just this recipe, but for practically any other no bake recipe. Since the ingredients aren’t baked, giving them enough time to chill 

How to Serve the No-Bake Blueberry Pie

Your classic no-bake blueberry pie tastes best when served as is- straight out of the oven while it is nice and warm. You can also chill it in the refrigerator and serve it cold if you really want to enjoy a cold and chilled dessert. 

You can also serve a slice of the warm pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream- the contrast between the flavors and temperatures is a literal match made in heaven. 

Loved how easy it was to make this no-bake recipe? On the hunt for some more such fun and easy recipes to try out? Here are a few excellent ones you can get started on right away. 

• No Bake Oreo Cheesecake
• No Bake Lime Tart Recipe
• No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Recipe