Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking and enjoying a homemade cherry pie that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. This classic dessert features juicy cherries enveloped in a flaky crust, making it an ideal treat for gatherings, picnics, or cozy nights at home. With straightforward steps, even novice bakers can master this recipe, showcasing the natural sweetness of fresh cherries. Whether served warm with vanilla ice cream or topped with whipped cream, this cherry pie is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 4–5 tablespoons ice cold water
- 5 cups pitted cherries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by combining flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the filling by combining cherries, sugar, water, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until it thickens (about 5–7 minutes) then cool.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out half of the dough to fit your pie dish, fill with cooled cherry mixture, then cover with remaining rolled-out dough. Seal edges and cut slits on top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg