Description
Experience the essence of summer with this fresh cherry pie recipe, featuring a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors. Each slice is filled with juicy, ripe cherries encased in a perfectly flaky crust, making it an ideal centerpiece for family gatherings or picnics. This classic dessert not only tastes incredible but also brings a sense of nostalgia that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix pitted cherries, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until cherries are fully coated.
- Roll out half of the pie dough into a circle and fit into a 9-inch pie pan. Pour in the cherry filling.
- Roll out the remaining dough for the top crust and cut slits for steam ventilation before placing it on top.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving, ideally with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (110g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg