Description
Sour cherry pie brings memories of grandma’s kitchen, where summer flavors dance across a flaky, golden crust. Tart cherries nestled in a buttery embrace will make your dessert table shine with pure homemade comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit:
- 2 cups sour cherries, pitted
Sweeteners and Thickeners:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Flavor Enhancers and Extras:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pie crust
Instructions
- Crank your oven to a scorching 425F to create the perfect baking environment for your pie.
- Grab a mixing bowl and toss in 2 cups of pitted sour cherries, ensuring no stems remain.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of granulated sugar over the cherries to enhance their natural tartness.
- Dust 2 tablespoons of cornstarch into the bowl to help thicken your filling beautifully.
- Squeeze 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to brighten the cherry flavors and add a tangy note.
- Pour 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the mixture, stirring gently to coat every cherry evenly.
- Transfer the vibrant cherry mixture directly into your prepared pie crust, spreading it smoothly.
- Take 1 tablespoon of cold butter and dot small pieces across the top of the filling.
- If desired, cover the pie with a second crust or create an elegant lattice design.
- Slide the pie into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 45-50 minutes until the crust turns golden brown.
- Remove your pie and let it rest for at least 30 minutes, allowing the filling to set and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Fresh sour cherries make the biggest difference in flavor, but frozen work well if pitted carefully.
- Always let the pie cool completely to help the filling set and prevent a runny texture.
- Brush the top crust with egg wash for a beautiful golden shine and extra crispness.
- Sprinkle a bit of raw sugar on the crust before baking to add a delightful crunch and subtle sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg