Description

Discover the ultimate dessert with The BEST Cherry Pie, a delightful combination of sweet and juicy cherries nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. This pie is perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to holiday gatherings. With options to use fresh, frozen, or canned cherries, this adaptable recipe guarantees a scrumptious treat every time. Topped with an egg wash for a golden finish, and served with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream, this cherry pie is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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6 cups sweet cherries (2 pounds, pitted and halved)
⅔ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for dotting)
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
7 tablespoons ice-cold water
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together the pitted cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, salt, and optional almond extract. Set aside.
For the crust, pulse flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor. Add cold butter cubes until pea-sized. Gradually add ice-cold water until dough forms.
Shape dough into disks and refrigerate one disk. Roll out the other into a circle for the base pie crust.
Pour cherry filling into the crust and dot with butter. Roll out remaining dough for top crust; place over filling or create a lattice design.
Brush with egg wash and bake at 400°F for the first 20 minutes; then reduce to 350°F for another 40–50 minutes until bubbly.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (135g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg