FOOLPROOF CHERRY PIE
Sweet and Summery, you'll want to make this Foolproof Cherry Pie all season long! So delicious with a cup of coffee!
Provided by Ashley Manila
Categories Dessert
Time 4h5m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Have ready and refrigerated one batch of foolproof all-butter pie crust.
- Remove the dough from the fridge 10 minutes before you begin rolling, as dough that is too cold will crack. Lightly flour a rolling pin and your work surface. Set the dough in the middle of the work surface and - beginning from the center of the disc - roll the dough away from you in one firm and even stoke. After each stroke, rotate the disc a quarter turn clockwise and roll again. Lightly sprinkle more flour on the work surface, on the dough, and on the rolling pin as needed. You want to use just enough to prevent the dough from sticking. As your disc of dough becomes larger, be sure not to overstretch the center of the dough. Continue rolling until the dough is 3 inches longer than the pan you are using, and around 1/8" to a 1/4" in thickness.
- Carefully fold the dough in half and lay it across one side of a buttered pie pan, placing the seam of the dough in the center of the pan. Gently unfold the crust, then use your hands to fit the dough down into the pan, making sure there are no gaps between the dough and the pan. Burst any air bubbles with a fork. Do not pull or stretch the dough here!
- Using kitchen scissors, trim the dough overhang to 1 and 1/2 inches, measuring from the inner rim of the pan.
- Cover the crust with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 48 hours. You may also freeze for up to 2 months
- Have ready and refrigerated one batch of foolproof all-butter pie crust.
- Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside until needed.
- On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the pie dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Using a pizza cutter or pastry roller, slice the dough into 10 strips (the width of the strips is totally up to you. I prefer medium strips so I usually slice them between an inch and an inch and a half wide). Lay the strips on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate until needed.
- Combine the cherries, cornstarch, sugar, salt, vanilla, almond extract, and lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer, stirring almost constantly, until the mixture starts to thicken - about 8 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook for another 2 minutes before removing from the heat. Transfer to a heatproof bowl and cool to room temperature.
- In a small bowl, beat together the egg and water until well combined. Set aside until needed.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees (F).
- Remove the crust and lattice strips from the refrigerator.
- Using a rubber spatula, scrape the cherry pie filling into the pie crust shell. Top with cubes of butter.
- Lay 6 of the strips parallel on top of the filling, leaving about 1/2-inch between each strip. Fold back every other strip, then place another strip of dough perpendicular to the strips. Unfold the folded strips so they lay over the perpendicular strip. Continue this layering process, weaving the strips over and under each other.
- Trim the edges of the strips, leaving about 1/2 inch overhang. Roll the excess dough up so it's tightly sitting on the edge of the pie plate, then crimp the edges to secure the strips with the bottom pie crust.
- Brush the edges of the crust with the egg wash and sprinkle with sugar, if using.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees (F) and continue baking for 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Place pie plate on a wire rack and cool for at least 2 hours before slicing.
CHERRY PIE
Homemade cherry pie is such an easy pie recipe and works great with fresh or canned cherries, so you can enjoy cherry pie all year round!
Provided by Lauren Allen
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pit and halve the cherries. Add them to a saucepan with sugar and lemon juice and toss to combine. Cook over medium heat for a few minutes until juices are released. Use a slotted spoon to spoon cherries out into a bowl. Spoon some of the sauce into a cup and stir in the cornstarch until smooth. Return to pot with remaining juices and cook for a few minutes until thickened. Pour over cherries and set aside while you prepare the pie crust.
- Drain the juice from the cans of cherries into a saucepan, reserving 1/3 cup in a small bowl. Set the cherries aside. Add cornstarch to the bowl with the reserved 1/3 cup of juice and stir well to combine.
- Heat the saucepan (that has the juice in it) over medium heat. Add the sugar and stir well. Bring mixture to a low boil. Stir in dissolved cornstarch mixture. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in butter and lemon juice. Fold in the cherries. Add a few drops of red food coloring, if desired.
- Allow mixture to cool to room temperature while you prepare the pie crusts.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Set aside a 9'' pie pan. (If using canned cherries, there will be enough filling for a deep dish pie dish).
- Remove one chilled pie crust dough from the fridge. On a lightly floured counter, roll out your dough to about 12'' in diameter. Gently place in the bottom of pie dish. Spoon the cherry filling into the unbaked crust and sprinkle a little cinnamon over the filling. (If using fresh cherries, add a few small pieces of butter on top).
- Remove the second pie crust from the fridge and roll it out in a similar manner. Use a pizza cutter, knife or pastry wheel to cut the crust into long strips, about 1/2'' wide. Lay strips over the crust in a lattice pattern. (If you're lazy, like me, you can just lay half of the strips going one direction, and the others on top, going perpendicular, leaving a small space between each.)
- Pinch the edges of the top and bottom pie crusts together and crimp the edge, if you like. Brush a thin layer of beaten egg white over the top of the pie crust and sprinkle some granulated sugar on top.
- Bake at 400 degrees F for about 40-45 minutes. Check after about 25 minutes and gently place a piece of tinfoil over the top crust to keep it from getting too brown.
- Remove to a wire cooling rack and allow to cool for several hours. Once cooled completely you can cut and serve it, or cover it and refrigerate it overnight to serve the next day.
- Leftover cherry pie will last up to 5 days, stored in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 21 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 22 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ALWAYS DELICIOUS CHERRY PIE
Sweet and sour cherry pie. Incredibly yummy with vanilla ice cream! Be sure to get the regular cherries, not cherry pie filling.
Provided by Jody Clark
Categories Desserts Pies Fruit Pie Recipes
Time 4h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one crust, and place in a 9 inch deep dish pie plate. Roll out top crust, and set aside.
- Measure 1 1/2 cups reserved cherry syrup into a small saucepan over low heat. Mix together sugar, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir into syrup until dissolved. Increase heat to high, and bring syrup to a boil. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until thickened. Remove from heat, and stir in butter, lemon juice, vanilla, almond extract, and red food coloring.
- In a large bowl, combine cherries and thickened syrup. Gently toss until evenly coated. Pour filling into pie crust. Cover with top crust, and crimp edges with fork. Make a few fork vents in top pie crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Continue to bake for 30 minutes. Allow to cool for 3 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.4 calories, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 343.7 mg, Sugar 47.9 g
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Cherry pie is a classic dessert that has delighted dessert lovers for many years. This delicious treat is made with fresh or canned cherries, sugar, and a flaky crust. There are many variations of cherry pie out there, but the best ones always have a balance of sweet and tart flavors, a crispy crust, and a rich filling. Here, we will explore what makes cherry pies so irresistible, and what are some of the variations available.
What Makes a Cherry Pie so Delicious?
The filling of the cherry pie is what gives it its distinctive flavor. The tartness of the cherries is offset by the sweetness of sugar, and sometimes a touch of cinnamon or vanilla. The cherries should be plump, juicy, and flavorful, whether fresh or canned. The crust adds richness and texture to the pie, with a hint of buttery flavor. The combination of these elements, when crafted with skill, results in a pie that is always delicious.
Classic vs. Modern Recipes
Classic Cherry Pie
A classic cherry pie recipe typically calls for fresh or canned cherries, sugar, flour, cornstarch or tapioca, lemon juice, and a double-crust pie dough. The cherry filling is cooked on the stove, then poured into the pie shell and baked until golden brown. This version is always a hit, and is perfect for those who prefer a traditional approach to this dessert.
Modern Cherry Pie
On the other hand, modern cherry pie recipes tend to be more inventive, incorporating different spices, herbs, and ingredients. Some include almond extract, nutmeg, orange zest, or even balsamic vinegar. Others modify the crust by adding nuts, oats, or even chocolate. Some recipes even replace the standard pie dough with a graham cracker crust or a tart shell. These modern twist recipes cater to those looking to put their own spin on this classic dessert.
Variations of Cherry Pie
Cherry Crumble Pie
A cherry crumble pie is a variation of the classic cherry pie, but with the addition of a streusel topping made of butter, flour, sugar, and cinnamon. This combination results in a pie with a crispy topping, which pairs perfectly with the soft, juicy cherries. The sweetness of the streusel topping also balances the tartness of the cherries.
Black Forest Cherry Pie
The black forest cherry pie is a decadent variation of the classic, which incorporates chocolate and whipped cream. The chocolate and cherries are layered in the pie, creating a ribbon-like effect. The pie is then topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. This variation is perfect for those who love chocolate and want to take their cherry pie to the next level.
Cherry Custard Pie
A cherry custard pie is a unique variation of the classic, incorporating a custard filling with the cherry filling. The custard filling is made of eggs, milk, sugar, and sometimes vanilla or almond extract, and is poured into the pie crust. The cherry filling is then added on top of the custard, creating a layered effect. This version is perfect for those who want to add a touch of creaminess to their cherry pie.
Conclusion
There are many iterations of cherry pie, and each offers its own unique spin on the classic. Whether it is a traditional recipe or a modern twist, the combination of juicy cherries and flaky crust is always a winner. Variations such as a cherry crumble pie, black forest cherry pie, or cherry custard pie offer unique flavor combinations to please any palate. The cherry pie will always be a favorite dessert, and a delicious way to end any meal.