Description
Unroll, combine, bake! Master this classic cherry pie with juicy tart cherries and a hint of almond. Homemade dessert magic, complete with step-by-step instructions and nutrition facts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (14.1 ounces) refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 4 cups pitted tart cherries, fresh or frozen (thawed and drained well)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon alcohol-free almond extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Carefully unroll one pie crust and gently press it into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim the edges to fit if necessary.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the drained tart cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, alcohol-free almond extract, and lemon juice. Stir gently until the cherries are evenly coated.
- Step 3: Pour the cherry filling into the pie crust-lined plate. Dot the top of the filling with the small pieces of unsalted butter. Unroll the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges of both crusts together to seal. Cut several small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Step 4: Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any potential drips. Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C), then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for an additional 40-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. If the crust begins to brown too quickly, loosely tent the edges with aluminum foil.
- Step 5: Remove the pie from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool completely for at least 3-4 hours before slicing and serving. This allows the filling to set properly.
Notes
- Once completely cooled, wrap any leftover pie loosely and store at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days for longer freshness.
- To enjoy a warm slice again, gently reheat it in an oven preheated to 300°F (150°C) for about 10-15 minutes, which helps crisp the crust and warms the filling beautifully.
- For the ultimate classic dessert experience, serve your perfectly cooled cherry pie alongside a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream.
- Resist the urge to slice early! Allowing the pie to cool for the full 3-4 hours is absolutely essential; this gives the filling ample time to set properly, ensuring picture-perfect slices every time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of a 9-inch pie (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 400
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Protein: 38g