How to Make Baked Fresh Cherry Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a slice of fresh cherry pie with a flaky, buttery crust. This classic American dessert is a must-have during the summer months when cherries are at their peak. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a sweet treat, this Baked Fresh Cherry Pie recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Made with ripe, juicy cherries and a homemade pie crust, this recipe captures the essence of summer in every bite. The filling is sweetened with just the rig...

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Ingredients

  • 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
  • 4 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 4 cups pitted cherries
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ tablespoons butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Place bottom crust in pie pan. Set top crust aside, covered.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine tapioca, salt, sugar, cherries, and extracts. Let stand 15 minutes. Turn out into bottom crust and dot with butter. Cover with top crust, flute edges and cut vents in top. Place pie on a foil-lined cookie sheet--in case of drips!
  • Bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. Let cool for several hours before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    410 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 286mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 35g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 193mg