Deep-Dish Cherry Pie Recipe

Name: Deep-Dish Cherry Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed, drained and patted dry; 3/4 cup sugar; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 teaspoon almond extract; Dash salt; 2 to 3 drops food coloring, optional; 3 to 4 tablespoons butter; 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening; 4 to 5 tablespoons ice water; Milk or half-and-half cream; Additional sugar

Servings: persons

6 cups fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed, drained and patted dry
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon almond extract
Dash salt
2 to 3 drops food coloring, optional
3 to 4 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening
4 to 5 tablespoons ice water
Milk or half-and-half cream
Additional sugar

1
In a large bowl, combine cherries, sugars, cornstarch, extract, food coloring and salt. Place in a greased 1-1/2-qt. to 2-qt. baking dish. Dot with butter. Set aside.
2
For crust, in a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt and nutmeg. Cut in shortening. Add water, a little at a time, until a dough forms. Do not over mix. Roll out on a floured surface to fit the top of the casserole. Place on top of the cherries, pressing against the sides of the dish. Cut decorative designs or slits in center to crust.
3
Brush with milk or cream and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 350u00b0 for 1 hour or until crust is golden brown. Cool at least 15 minutes before serving.

983

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups fresh or frozen pitted tart cherries, thawed, drained and patted dry, 3/4 cup sugar, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Deep-Dish Cherry Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Deep-Dish Cherry Pie

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