Easy Cherry Pie Recipe

Name: Easy Cherry Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 recipe for double crust pie dough; 6 cups sour cherries, fresh and pitted, canned and drained, or frozen (you won't need to defrost them); 1 cup sugar + a few teaspoons more for sprinkling the top; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; A very small grating of whole nutmeg; 2-3 tablespoons quick cooking tapioca (if you are brave, just use a good size handful); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-2 tablespoons orange liqueur (optional); 1 tablespoon butter for dotting the top of the filling (if you forget this, it's fine...really!); Egg White Wash; 1 egg white mixed with 1 tablespoon water for an egg white was

Servings: persons

1 recipe for double crust pie dough
6 cups sour cherries, fresh and pitted, canned and drained, or frozen (you won't need to defrost them)
1 cup sugar + a few teaspoons more for sprinkling the top
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
A very small grating of whole nutmeg
2-3 tablespoons quick cooking tapioca (if you are brave, just use a good size handful)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-2 tablespoons orange liqueur (optional)
1 tablespoon butter for dotting the top of the filling (if you forget this, it's fine...really!)
Egg White Wash
1 egg white mixed with 1 tablespoon water for an egg white was

1
Make dough, divide into two disks, wrap in plastic and chill.
2
Put cherries, sugar, lemon juice, nutmeg, quick cooking tapioca, salt into a bowl and gently mix together until well coated.
3
Roll out the bottom dough and place in your pie pan.
4
Pour filling into crust. (Note: Cherries are a very juicy fruit so fill your pie pan to within 1/2 inch of the rim so they won't boil over when baking.)
5
Dot with butter and set aside.
6
Roll out remaining dough and lay over the fruit, or cut strips and make a lattice top.
7
Trim excess dough from edges and crimp.
8
Brush crust with some egg white wash and sprinkle evenly and lightly with 1-2 teaspoons of sugar.
9
Place pie in refrigerator to chill while oven is preheating to 425u00b0 F.
10
Bake at 425u00b0 F on the middle rack of the oven until crust is just golden, about 20 minutes.
11
Reduce heat to 375u00b0 F; bake until golden brown and there is some steady bubbling in the filling, about 30-35 minutes more.
12
Let cool before serving.

266

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 recipe for double crust pie dough, 6 cups sour cherries, fresh and pitted, canned and drained, or frozen (you won't need to defrost them), 1 cup sugar + a few teaspoons more for sprinkling the top, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Easy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Cherry Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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