Make a mouthwatering classic cherry pie with this easy and foolproof recipe. The flaky buttery crust is filled with sweet and juicy cherries, resulting in a pie that is bursting with flavor. This homemade cherry pie will surely become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts
- 4 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, almond extract, and lemon juice. Stir until the cherries are coated with the mixture and set aside to macerate for 15 minutes.
- Roll out one of the pie crusts and place it into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently against the bottom and sides.
- Pour the cherry filling into the pie crust, evenly distributing the cherries.
- Dot the filling with small pieces of butter.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the cherry filling. Trim the excess crust and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
- Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Brush the top crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- Place the pie on the preheated baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for an additional 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.
