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Classic Cherry Pie

A delicious slice of cherry pie with a buttery lattice crust, filled with juicy cherries.

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A sliceable café-style pie with thick, non-runny filling and buttery lattice crust, made with fresh cherries and a hint of almond extract.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled
  • 68 tbsp ice water
  • 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract

Instructions

  1. Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly.
  2. Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough forms. Divide into two discs and chill for 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Roll out one dough disc and fit into a 9-inch pie dish.
  5. In a bowl, mix cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and almond extract. Pour into pie crust.
  6. Roll out the second dough disc and cut into strips for a lattice top. Weave strips over the filling.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  8. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use fresh cherries for best flavor.
  • Chill dough for easier handling.
  • Make ahead: Bake and freeze for up to 1 month.

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