Description
A heartwarming cherry pie recipe that combines sweet and tangy flavors with a flaky crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 recipe for pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until the mixture starts to bubble.
- Simmer the filling for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and set aside.
- Roll out half of the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
- Pour the cherry filling into the crust and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second half of the pie crust and place it over the filling. Seal the edges and make slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for optimal freshness. Best enjoyed within 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg