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Homemade Cherry Pie

A delightful cherry pie with a balance of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries pitted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter cut into small pieces
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts or homemade if preferred

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling pin
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife for pitting cherries
  • Pastry brush
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Toss gently to coat.
  3. Roll out one pie crust and fit it into your 9-inch pie pan, leaving some overhang.
  4. Pour the cherry mixture into the prepared pie crust and dot with small pieces of butter.
  5. Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Trim excess dough and crimp edges to seal. Cut slits in the top crust.
  6. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the pie from the oven and cool for at least two hours.
  8. Slice the pie and serve it warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.