Sour Cherry Pie
Sour Cherry Pie is a classic dessert featuring tart, juicy sour cherries encased in a golden, flaky double crust. With a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, it’s an ideal treat for summer gatherings, holiday dinners, or any occasion that calls for a fruity, nostalgic dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 9-inch pie (8 slices)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 5 cups sour cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained if frozen)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 double pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch drips.
- In a large bowl, gently mix together the pitted sour cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, almond extract, and salt. Set aside.
- Roll out one pie crust and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges if necessary.
- Pour the cherry filling into the prepared crust and dot the top with pieces of butter.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. You can leave it whole with slits or create a lattice pattern.
- Seal and crimp the edges of the crust. Brush the top with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if using.
- Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 35–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set before slicing.
Notes
Thaw and drain frozen cherries well to avoid a soggy crust.Use a pie shield or foil to prevent crust edges from over-browning.Letting the pie cool completely is essential for the filling to set properly.Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.Almond extract enhances cherry flavor but can be substituted or omitted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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