The BEST Cherry Pie
Indulge in the sweetness of homemade cherry pie with our recipe for The BEST Cherry Pie. This delightful dessert features a luscious filling made from sweet cherries, nestled in a flaky, buttery crust that’s beautifully golden brown. Whether you opt for fresh or frozen cherries, this pie is versatile enough for any occasion—from summer picnics to holiday celebrations. With simple instructions and accessible ingredients, even novice bakers can impress friends and family with their baking skills. Get ready to savor every bite of this nostalgic treat!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups sweet cherries (pitted and halved)
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 7 tablespoons ice-cold water
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: almond extract and coarse sugar for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the cherry filling by mixing pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and optional almond extract in a bowl. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- To make the crust, whisk flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice-cold water to form dough. Chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out dough and fit into a pie dish. Fill with cherry mixture and dot with butter. Cover with top crust.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Bake for about 65 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (118g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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