Description
Fresh Cherry Pie is the quintessential summer dessert, showcasing the vibrant flavors of ripe cherries enveloped in a flaky double crust. This homemade classic is a delightful treat for any occasion, from picnics to family gatherings. With its juicy filling and impressive presentation, your guests will be captivated by its rich taste and beautiful appearance. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled with a dollop of whipped cream, this pie delivers a burst of seasonal sweetness that is simply irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- pinch of salt
- 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold & cubed
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the cherry filling by simmering pitted cherries with lemon juice, vanilla, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until thickened. Allow to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and butter a pie plate.
- Combine flour and sugar in a bowl; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add cold water and knead gently into two balls.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough into discs; place one disc in the pie plate and fill with cooled cherry mixture.
- Cover with second rolled disc; seal edges and brush with egg wash mixed with water.
- Bake for approximately 60 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (117g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 33mg