Nothing says summer like a sweet cherry pie recipe. It's the perfect dessert to end the day and a recipe your whole family will love. With fresh cherries and a flaky pie crust, it's a staple and tried-and-true recipe at family dinners. We're all about easy and delicious pie recipes, and this one is just that. So, save this recipe for your next barbeque, and let's get baking!
Cherry Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar (1 1/4 cup if using sour cherries)
- 4 cups fresh pitted cherries
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup flour
- Pastry for two crusts (recipe here)
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Mix the sugar, cherries, cinnamon, and flour together.
3. Pour mixture into a pastry-lined 9-inch pie pan.
4. Place the top crust on the pie, cut slits in the top to vent, and pinch the edges of the crust to flute.
5. Brush the top of the crust with milk and sprinkle with sugar.
6. Bake at 425 degrees F for 25 minutes, then reduce heat to 350F and bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes.
Serve warm, topped with vanilla ice cream, and enjoy. This is a comfort food you'll want to serve often, and your little ones are sure to request it on a regular basis. Looking for more recipes to wow your family and friends? Try other desserts for your next gathering.