Description
A classic cherry pie recipe, perfect for any occasion. This recipe uses fresh or frozen cherries and a flaky pie crust.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, almond extract, and lemon juice. Mix gently to combine.
- Place one pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the cherry filling into the crust.
- Top with the second pie crust. You can create a lattice top or cut vents in the top crust.
- Crimp the edges of the pie crust to seal.
- Brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
- Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue to bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool for at least 2-3 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
- If using frozen cherries, do not thaw them before mixing with the other ingredients.
- You can add a tablespoon of butter dots over the filling before adding the top crust for extra richness.
- If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg