Homemade Cherry Pie Recipe with Perfect Lattice Crust
This cherry pie recipe features a sweet-tart filling and a perfect lattice crust, making it an irresistible summer dessert.
Equipment
- - 9-inch pie plate
- - Pot
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 4 cups Fresh Cherries a mix of sweet and tart varieties
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar adjust based on cherry sweetness
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch can be substituted with arrowroot for gluten-free option
- 1/2 cup Juice of Lemon freshly squeezed works best
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon nutmeg can be an alternative
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger optional for bolder flavor
- 1 teaspoon Almond or Vanilla Extract vanilla is a popular substitute
- 1 pinch Kosher Salt
For the Crust
- 1 batch Store-bought or Homemade Pie Dough homemade is fresher
- 1 cup All-purpose Flour for dusting work surfaces
- 1 large Egg (lightly beaten) for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon Turbinado Sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions
How to Make Cherry Pie
- In a pot, combine fresh cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, almond extract, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes until thickened and cool completely.
- Allow pie dough to sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes. Dust work surface with flour, then roll out both crusts into 12-inch rounds, fitting one into a 9-inch pie plate.
- Cut the second rolled crust into 1-inch wide strips. Lay strips vertically across the filling, then alternate with horizontal strips to create a lattice design.
- Trim excess dough, tuck under if needed, and crimp edges. Brush lattice top with egg wash and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
- Chill the pie for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°F and bake on a preheated baking sheet for 25 minutes. Reduce heat to 375°F and bake for an additional 45-60 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the cherry pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful indulgence.