Red, White and Blue American Pie

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 13

Classic Red, White, and Blue American Pie recipe for patriotic holidays

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	10 inches pastry dough or 10 inches graham crackers
	1 package cream cheese
	1 package whipped topping
	1 can blueberry pie filling
	1 cup powdered sugar , sifted
	1 can tart cherry pie filling

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

620

Sugar

37g

Fat

26g

Red, White and Blue American Pie is one of the most iconic and classic desserts in America. It is usually served on patriotic holidays, such as Independence Day, Veterans Day and Memorial Day. The colors of the pie are meant to represent the American flag, with the blueberries symbolizing the blue and the cherries symbolizing the red. The creamy and fluffy filling adds another layer of flavor while also perfectly complementing the sweetness of the fruit.

Instructions

1.	Preheat Oven to 350°F.
2.	Roll out pie dough or graham crackers.
3.	Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together until well blended.
4.	Fold in whipped topping and spread mixture into pastry shell.
5.	Spoon blueberry filling over the cream cheese mixture and spread evenly.
6.	Spoon cherry pie filling over the blueberry mixture, spread evenly and begin placing stars and stripes on top.
7.	Bake the pie for 45 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

PROS

This dessert is perfect for patriotic holidays and get-togethers.

It is a delicious twist on a classic treat that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

The pie is relatively high in sugar and fat; therefore it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Blueberries are rich in antioxidants which can help to improve brain function and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Cherries also have antioxidant properties and may help to reduce inflammation in the body.
However, this recipe also includes a high level of sugar.