Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet cherries and juicy blueberries in this delectable homemade pie. This recipe features a flaky and buttery pie crust filled with a luscious fruit filling that bursts with the flavors of summer. Whether you're serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoying it chilled, this cherry blueberry pie is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (for sprinkling)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherries, blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Gently toss until the fruits are evenly coated in the mixture.
- Roll out one pie crust and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges.
- Pour the fruit filling into the pie crust, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Dot the diced butter on top of the filling.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Use your fingers or a fork to crimp the edges of the crusts together, sealing the pie.
- Cut several slits on top of the pie crust to allow steam to escape during baking. Optionally, you can use the excess dough to create decorative shapes to place on top of the pie.
- Brush the top crust with beaten egg wash and sprinkle with turbinado sugar for a golden and crunchy finish.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any potential spills and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 1 hour before serving. This will ensure that the filling sets properly.
- Serve slices of cherry blueberry pie on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat!
