Perfect Homemade Cherry Pie
The Perfect Homemade Cherry Pie is a timeless dessert that captures the essence of summer in every slice, featuring a flaky crust and vibrant cherry filling.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Pie Dish
- Rolling Pin
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh Cherries, pitted
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour To thicken the filling
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice To brighten flavors
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter To dot on top of filling
Crust Ingredients
- 1 prepared crust Pie Crust Store-bought or homemade
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, flour, and lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Roll out one half of your pie crust and transfer it to the pie dish, trimming excess crust.
- Pour the cherry filling into the prepared crust and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second half of the pie crust and either cut into strips for a lattice or cover the filling completely, cutting slits for steam to escape.
- Trim and crimp the edges of the crust to seal.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special touch.