Perfect sour cherry pie –Hey y’all, gather ’round because I’m about to drop some knowledge on one of the sweetest desserts you can whip up in your kitchen: the perfect sour cherry pie! If you’re looking for that delicious blend of tart and sweet, this pie is the one that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds. Let’s get into it!
The Perfect Sour Cherry Pie
First off, let’s appreciate this gorgeous pie! Just take a look at this beauty:
Now, let’s talk ingredients. Here’s what you need to get started:
- 2 cups sour cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 package of pre-made pie crusts (or homemade if you’re feeling fancy)
Now that we’ve got our ingredients lined up, let’s dive into the instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the pitted sour cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt. Toss everything together gently until the cherries are well coated.
- Roll out your bottom pie crust and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the cherry mixture into the crust, making sure it’s spread evenly.
- Dot the top of the cherry filling with small pieces of butter to enhance that rich flavor.
- Roll out the second pie crust and cut it into strips to create a lattice top. You can also just cover it with the whole crust if that’s your jam—just be sure to cut some vents for steam!
- Place the top crust over the filling and crimp the edges to seal it well. Brush the top crust with a bit of butter and sprinkle some sugar on top for that beautiful shine.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling up through the crust.
- Let the pie cool for at least an hour before slicing; this will help the filling set up nicely!
And there you have it, fam! Serve it up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and watch your loved ones’ faces light up. This sour cherry pie is the perfect addition to any gathering, and trust me, it will disappear faster than you can say “delicious.” Enjoy y’all!