Description
Cherry pie is a timeless dessert that brings warmth and comfort to any gathering. This recipe for the BEST cherry pie features a vibrant, juicy filling made from sweet cherries, perfectly balanced with hints of vanilla and almond. Encased in a flaky, buttery crust, this classic American treat is sure to impress your family and friends at summer picnics or holiday gatherings. With easy-to-follow steps and versatile ingredients, you can create a stunning pie that not only tastes amazing but also looks beautiful on your table. Indulge in a slice of this delightful dessert and savor the sweet nostalgia it brings.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups sweet cherries (pitted and halved)
- â…” cup granulated sugar
- â…“ cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 7 tablespoons ice-cold water
- 1 egg (for wash)
Instructions
- Make the cherry filling by combining pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla, salt, and optional almond extract in a bowl. Stir and set aside.
- For the pie crust, mix flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor. Add cold butter until it resembles small peas. Slowly add ice-cold water until dough forms. Divide dough into two disks; refrigerate one.
- Roll out the first disk into a circle and place in a deep dish pie pan.
- Pour cherry filling into the crust, dot with butter cubes, then roll out the second disk for topping or lattice design.
- Brush with an egg wash and chill for 20 minutes before baking at 400°F for 20 minutes, then reduce to 350°F for an additional 40-50 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg