Description
A delightful dessert featuring a sweet-and-tart cherry filling enveloped in a flaky crust, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups Fresh Cherries, pitted
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 prepared Pie Crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, flour, and lemon juice. Toss gently and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Roll out one half of your pie crust and transfer it to the pie dish, trimming any excess crust.
- Pour the cherry filling into the prepared crust and dot with butter.
- Roll out the second half of the pie crust; cut into strips for a lattice or cover completely.
- Trim and crimp the edges to seal.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for at least one hour before slicing.
Notes
Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the filling for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg