Description
A delightful fresh cherry pie that captures the essence of summer with its sweet-tart cherry filling and flaky crust.
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
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold & cubed
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Filling: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted cherries, lemon juice, vanilla extract, sugar, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently, allowing the mixture to bubble and thicken for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Butter the Pie Plate: Generously butter a 9-inch pie plate.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together your flour and sugar. Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water and mix until the dough comes together.
- Chill the Dough: Divide the dough into two equal balls, flatten them slightly into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out one disk into a round larger than your pie plate.
- Add the Filling: Pour the cooled cherry filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
- Create the Top Crust: Roll out the second dough disc, place it over the cherry filling, trim excess dough, seal, and cut slits for steam to escape.
- Egg Wash: Brush the top crust with the egg wash.
- Bake: Place your pie on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for approximately 60 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Notes
Enjoy your fresh cherry pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s perfect for summer gatherings!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg