Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making The BEST Cherry Pie, a timeless dessert that combines the sweetness of ripe cherries with a perfectly flaky crust. Perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to festive celebrations—this pie is both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Whether you choose fresh or frozen cherries, the vibrant filling and buttery crust create a balance that is sure to impress. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, even novice bakers can craft a masterpiece that will be cherished by all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for dotting on the filling)
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- 7 tablespoons ice-cold water
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Coarse sugar or granulated sugar (for sprinkling, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Set aside.
- For the crust, blend flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor. Add butter until crumbly. Mix in ice-cold water until dough forms.
- Divide dough; refrigerate one half. Roll out the other half into your pie dish.
- Pour cherry filling into crust and dot with butter. Roll out remaining dough for the top crust—either cut slits or create a lattice.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar before chilling for 20 minutes.
- Bake for 20 minutes at 400°F, then reduce temperature to 350°F and bake 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 (128g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg