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Cherry Crumb Pie

Cherry Crumb Pie
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Cherry Crumb Pie is a delightful dessert that brings together the sweetness of cherries with a rich, crumbly topping. This easy-to-make pie can be prepared using either fresh or frozen cherries, making it perfect for any season. Its luscious filling and satisfying streusel topping create a perfect balance of flavors, making it an irresistible treat at family dinners, picnics, or holiday celebrations. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this comforting dessert is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 5 cups dark sweet cherries (fresh or frozen, pitted)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ½ tsp almond extract
  • 1 ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • ¼ cup water (if using fresh cherries)
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 6 tbsp salted butter (cold, cubed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan and chill in the refrigerator.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cherries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, almond extract, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salted butter. If using fresh cherries, add water as well. Stir well.
  4. Transfer the cherry mixture into the chilled pie crust.
  5. For the streusel topping, mix flour and brown sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the streusel over the cherry filling.
  7. Bake for about 45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

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