Description
Sweet cherry goodness fills this classic cherry pie with layers of nostalgia and homemade comfort. Juicy cherries nestled in a buttery, flaky crust will transport you to grandma’s kitchen, promising a slice of pure, delightful indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 28 ounces (794 grams) pitted cherries
- 5 heaping cups pitted cherries
Sweeteners and Seasonings:
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
Thickening and Crust Agents:
- 1/3 cup plus 1 teaspoon (47 grams) tapioca starch
- Double pie crust dough
Optional Egg Wash:
- 1 large egg (optional)
- 1 large egg yolk (optional)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Gently fold fresh cherries with zesty lemon juice, granulated sugar, and delicate tapioca starch, ensuring even coating without crushing the fruit. Transfer the vibrant mixture into prepared pie shell.
- Carefully drape the top pastry crust over the filled pie, trimming excess dough with precision. Refrigerate the assembled pie for 30 minutes to stabilize the structure.
- Whisk an egg wash and delicately brush the chilled pastry surface, creating a glossy, golden finish that enhances visual appeal.
- Preheat oven to 400F. Position pie in center rack and bake for initial 45 minutes until edges turn amber-brown. Shield exposed crust edges with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Continue baking for additional 30 minutes, watching for center filling to bubble and thicken, indicating complete cooking process.
- Remove pie from oven and allow natural cooling for approximately 3 hours, permitting filling to set and stabilize. Slice when internal temperature reaches around 85F for perfect texture and clean cuts.
Notes
- Enhance Fruit Flavor Add a splash of almond extract to the cherry filling for deeper, more complex taste without overpowering the natural cherry sweetness.
- Prevent Soggy Bottom Sprinkle a thin layer of ground almonds or breadcrumbs on the bottom crust before adding filling to absorb excess moisture and maintain a crisp texture.
- Make It Dietary-Friendly Swap traditional pie crust with gluten-free or whole wheat alternatives to accommodate different dietary needs without compromising the rich, fruity essence of the pie.
- Perfect Texture Trick Allow filling to sit for 15 minutes after mixing to help tapioca starch fully absorb liquid, ensuring a perfectly thickened and glossy cherry filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg