Cherry Pie Recipe

Whoever said “easy dessert recipes” and didn’t include cherry pie was clearly missing out. This summer dessert is sweet, tangy, and wrapped in a buttery crust—perfect for picnics, parties, or just treating yourself. (Pro tip: hide it from your neighbors unless you’re feeling generous.)

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy to make—no fancy skills needed!
• Perfect for summer desserts—fresh cherries = peak flavor.
• Crowd-pleaser—because who says no to pie?

Prep Time

• 20 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling)

Cook Time

• 50 minutes

Servings

• 8 slices (or 1 very committed person)

Nutrition Info (per slice)

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 14g
• Carbs: 48g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 6-8 tbsp ice water

For the Filling

• 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
• ¾ cup sugar
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp butter (for dotting)

For the Topping

• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tbsp sugar (for sprinkling)

How to Make Cherry Pie

Step 1: Make the Crust

1. Mix flour and salt in a large bowl.
2. Cut in cold butter until the mix looks like coarse crumbs.
3. Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough forms.
4. Divide dough in half, shape into discs, and chill for 1 hour.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

1. In a bowl, toss cherries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla.
2. Let it sit for 10 minutes—this helps thicken the filling.

Step 3: Assemble & Bake

1. Roll out one dough disc and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish.
2. Pour in the cherry filling. Dot with butter.
3. Roll out the second disc, place it on top, and crimp the edges.
4. Cut slits in the top crust (so steam can escape—no pie explosions!).
5. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sugar.
6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes until golden and bubbly.

FAQs

How Long to Bake a Cherry Pie?

• 45-50 minutes at 375°F (190°C). Look for a golden crust and bubbling filling.

Can I Use Frozen Cherries?

• Yes! Just thaw and drain excess liquid first.

Serving Suggestions

• Warm with vanilla ice cream—the ultimate summer dessert.
• With whipped cream—because more is more.

Final Tip

• Let the pie cool slightly before slicing (if you can wait).

Now go bake this easy cherry pie recipe and watch it disappear faster than you can say “seconds, please!” 🍒🥧

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Cherry Pie

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Juicy cherries bubble under a golden, flaky crust—buttery layers shatter with each forkful, giving way to a sweet-tart filling that’s just thick enough to cling to your spoon. Serve it warm, and watch vanilla ice cream melt into those crimson pockets.🍒🥧

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Ingredients

For the Crust

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 6-8 tbsp ice water

For the Filling

• 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
• ¾ cup sugar
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp butter (for dotting)

For the Topping

• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tbsp sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

1. Make the Crust

• Mix flour + salt in a bowl.
• Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
• Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough forms.
• Shape into 2 discs, chill 1 hour.

2. Prep the Filling

• Toss cherries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla.
• Let sit 10 minutes (it’ll thicken!).

3. Assemble & Bake

• Roll out 1 crust, press into pie dish.
• Add filling + dot with butter.
• Top with second crust, crimp edges, and cut steam vents.
• Brush with egg wash, sprinkle sugar.
• Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 mins until golden.

Pro tip: The bubbly filling is your sign it’s done! 🥧

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 320Total Fat: 14gCarbohydrates: 48gSugar: 22gProtein: 3g