What Fruits Are Included In Razzleberry Pies?

What's in a name? When it comes to food, sometimes the answer is "confusion." For example, a Yorkshire pudding isn't even technically a dessert. And the only difference between a Dutch apple pie and a regular one is the topping ... the former isn't even from the Netherlands! Clearly, food names are not to be trusted.

Which brings us to razzleberry pie. You may have seen it in the freezer case at the grocery store, or glanced at a recipe online. Your life experience tells you that there is no such thing as a "razzleberry" growing in the wild. So, what is actually in these pies? Well, the answer is so simple that it actually comes as a bit of a letdown after the nifty moniker: razzleberry pie is filled with a simple combination of raspberries and blueberries, sometimes with the addition of blackberries as well. When all three are used, the pie is sometimes also called a triple berry pie for obvious reasons. In Oregon, marionberries are sometimes part of the equation, but these are not easily available in other parts of the country.

Razzleberry pie is traditionally considered a summertime treat because that is the peak growing season for berries. In the hot months, simply store your fresh berries until ready to use and make the pie as you would with any fruit pie. The berries are so sweet that they only require a bit of maceration with a pinch of sugar and salt to round out their naturally tart, juicy flavor. However, you can use frozen berries at other times of the year and your pie will still be delicious. Feel free to make your own pie crust if you are a pastry whiz, but razzleberry pie will work just fine with a store-bought crust, as the real star is the fruit filling.

If you want to try razzleberry pie but don't have the fortitude (or will) to bake one yourself, Marie Callender's frozen razzleberry pie is a budget-friendly internet favorite that requires only a brief stint in the oven before it's ready to serve. It's great on its own, but a scoop of vanilla ice cream takes it over the top and brings the sweetness of summer into even the coldest days.