Cherry Pie
Cherry Pie is a beloved classic dessert that perfectly embodies summer with its sweet and tart cherry filling enveloped in a flaky, buttery crust. This easy-to-make pie not only brings back cherished memories of family gatherings but also serves as an impressive centerpiece for any occasion. With its vibrant color and irresistible aroma, Cherry Pie guarantees to delight your taste buds and create joyful moments with every slice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and pit the cherries.
- In a bowl, mix together cherries, sugar, flour, and lemon juice; toss to coat.
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into your pie dish.
- Pour the cherry mixture into the crust and dot with butter.
- Cover with another layer of dough or create a lattice top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in almond extract or cinnamon. - If fresh cherries aren't available, frozen cherries can be used; adjust the sugar accordingly. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.