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Couldn't Be Easier Cherry Pie

A simple and nostalgic cherry pie recipe that combines tart cherries with a buttery crust, perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baked Goods, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 4 cups Fresh or frozen cherries Pitted and halved.
  • 1 cup Sugar Adjust according to cherry sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch For thickening the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice For acidity.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon For warmth.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Cut into small pieces.
Crust Ingredients
  • 1 package Pre-made pie crust Or use homemade crust.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pit cherries if not already done and place them in a mixing bowl.
  3. Add sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon to the cherries and mix gently until well coated.
  4. Roll out the pie crust and place it into a pie dish.
  5. Pour the cherry mixture into the crust and dot with small pieces of butter.
  6. Place the second pie crust on top, crimp the edges to seal, and cut slits for steam escape.
  7. Sprinkle sugar over the top crust before baking.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles.
  2. Cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing to allow juices to set.

Notes

To get a crisp crust, consider pre-baking it slightly before adding the filling. Store leftovers at room temperature for up to two days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.