Cherry Pie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pie Crust
Cherry Filling
Topping (Optional)
Method
Pie Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Pie Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Mix the dry ingredients.
- 2
Cut in Butter
Add 1 cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Ice Water
Gradually add 6 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Cherry Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine 4 cups of pitted cherries, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Stir until the cherries are evenly coated.
- 6
Let it Sit
Allow the filling to sit for about 10 minutes to let the juices release.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 8
Roll Out the Dough
Remove the dough from the refrigerator. Divide it in half and roll out one half on a floured surface to fit your pie pan.
- 9
Add the Filling
Place the rolled-out dough into the pie pan and pour the cherry filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Top the Pie
Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the filling. You can either cut slits for a lattice top or leave it whole. Cut a few slits for steam to escape if leaving it whole.
- 11
Brush and Sprinkle
If desired, brush the top crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar over the top.
- 12
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling. Check after 30 minutes; if the crust is browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
- 13
Cool and Serve
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.
