Juicy Cherry Pie Recipe

Name: Juicy Cherry Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed; 1/3 cup shortening; 6 to 10 tablespoons ice water; 5 cups fresh tart cherries, pitted; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1 cup sugar; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon 2% milk; 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1/3 cup shortening
6 to 10 tablespoons ice water
5 cups fresh tart cherries, pitted
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1 teaspoon sugar

1
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in butter and shortening until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour or overnight.
2
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. For filling, place cherries in a large bowl; drizzle with lemon juice and almond extract. In a small bowl, mix sugar, flour and cinnamon. Sprinkle over cherries and toss gently to coat.
3
On a lightly floured surface, roll 1 dough portion to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust even with rim. Add filling.
4
Roll remaining dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; cut out stars or other shapes using cookie cutters. Place top crust over filling. Trim, seal and flute edge. If desired, decorate top with cutouts.
5
Bake 40 minutes. For topping, brush top of pie with milk; sprinkle with sugar. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed, 1/3 cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Juicy 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.

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Juicy Cherry Pie

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