Delicious Cherry Pie Recipe

This cherry pie recipe showcases the natural sweetness and tartness of cherries, making it one of the best cherry recipes to enjoy during the summer months. With a flaky crust and a luscious filling, it’s a classic dessert that never goes out of style.

The recipe is simple and requires basic baking techniques. You can use fresh or frozen cherries depending on the season, and it’s perfect for gatherings or family dinners.

Classic Cherry Pie Recipe

A golden-brown cherry pie with a lattice top, revealing red cherry filling, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

This cherry pie features a buttery crust filled with a mixture of fresh or frozen cherries, sugar, and a hint of almond extract. The recipe takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade crust)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
  2. Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and almond extract. Stir until well combined.
  3. Assemble the Pie: Pour the cherry filling into the prepared pie crust. Dot the filling with small pieces of butter. Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Seal and flute the edges, then cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  4. Add Egg Wash: Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
  5. Bake the Pie: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 8 slices
  • Calories: 320kcal
  • Fat: 14g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g

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