Bake This Delicious Cherry Pie With Our Easy Step-By-Step Guide

There is nothing quite like a cherry pie that has just been baked! With its tart, juicy cherries covered in a sweet, crunchy crust, it is the ideal summer dessert. In addition to being incredibly easy to make, it also tastes great. We'll give you a simple, step-by-step tutorial on how to make a delectable cherry pie in this blog post. Our guide has all the instructions you need to make this traditional dessert, from making the filling to baking the pie. So let's start baking and turn on your oven!

What You Will Need

You will need:

• 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
• 1 can (14.5 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups pitted cherries
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

The complete recipe and directions are available here.

Step-By-Step Guide

This cherry pie is the perfect summer dessert! Our easy step-by-step guide will help you make the perfect pie every time.

To make the crust:

1. Set the oven's temperature to 375 F.

2. In a large bowl combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cut in 1/2 cup of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Gradually add 1/4 cup of ice water to the mixture stirring until it forms a soft dough.

4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill for thirty minutes.

5. On a lightly floured surface roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Trim the excess dough and flute the edges.

6. Bake the crust for 10 minutes after several fork pricks in the bottom. While you make the filling, set aside to cool.

The Crust

The crust is just as crucial to cherry pie's success as the filling. The sweet, tart filling goes perfectly with a flaky, buttery crust. The traditional double crust in this recipe is made with all-purpose flour, butter, and a tiny bit of sugar. Working the dough as little as possible prevents the layers of butter from melting into one another, which is essential for a flaky crust. Roll out the dough, place it in the pie dish, and prick it all over with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.

The Filling

When it comes to cherry pie, the filling is key you want to use fresh cherries if possible, but frozen cherries will work in a pinch just be sure to thaw them completely and drain off any excess water before using. I like to use a combination of sweet and tart cherries for my pie but you can use all of one or the other if you prefer.

To make the filling, start by combining the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, salt and lemon juice in a large bowl. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and then pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust. Dot the top of the pie with butter, then place it in the oven and bake according to the recipe instructions. Once the pie is baked, let it cool for at least an hour before serving so that the filling has time to set up. Enjoy!

Baking the Cherry Pie

When it comes to baking cherry pies, there are a few key things you need to keep in mind. First, make sure your cherries are fresh and ripe - this will ensure that your pie is both delicious and beautiful. Second, use a recipe that you trust - there are many great cherry pie recipes out there, so find one that you know will produce amazing results. Third, take your time - baking is an art, not a science, so don't be afraid to take your time and experiment until you get the perfect pie.

Conclusion

We hope our step-by-step guide has inspired you to try out this delicious cherry pie recipe. We think it's the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress even the most demanding of dinner guests. Once you have mastered this baking technique, why not experiment with variations of flavours or test out different types of crust? Baking is an enjoyable activity that can be tailored and adapted in any way you choose - so don’t hesitate to get creative!