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Pioneer Woman Cherry Pie

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This classic cherry pie features a buttery, flaky all-butter crust filled with a sweet-tart cherry filling that’s perfectly thickened with tapioca. The double crust creates a beautiful golden top, and each slice is a comforting, homestyle dessert that tastes like it came straight from a country kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, very cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
  • 6 cups fresh or frozen sweet cherries, pitted (about 2 pounds)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (like demerara) for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse meal with pea-sized butter pieces. This ensures a flaky texture.
  2. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of ice water over the flour mixture and stir with a fork until the dough begins to come together. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, if needed, until the dough is just moist enough to hold together when pressed. Do not overwork.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, gather it into a ball, and divide in half. Flatten each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
  4. While the dough chills, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until the cherries are coated. Let macerate at room temperature for 30 minutes to release juices.
  5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any drips.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll one disc of dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides, leaving overhang. Trim the overhang to about 1/2 inch beyond the rim.
  7. Pour the cherry filling into the pie crust, and drizzle with any accumulated juices. Dot the filling with the small butter pieces.
  8. Roll the second disc of dough into an 11-inch circle. Either place it whole on top, or cut into strips to make a lattice. For a lattice, cut into 1-inch strips and weave them over the filling. Press the edges together and crimp as desired.
  9. Brush the top crust with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Cut a few slits for steam vents if using a whole top crust.
  10. Place the pie on the preheated baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes at 375°F (190°C). Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for 40 to 50 minutes, until the crust is deep golden brown and the filling is bubbling through the vents. If the edges brown too quickly, tent with aluminum foil.
  11. Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 3 hours before cutting. This allows the filling to set completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  12. To serve, slice with a sharp knife and lift with a pie server. Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Notes

Storage: Store leftover pie loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freezing: The unbaked pie can be assembled, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and frozen for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (177°C) and bake for 60–70 minutes, tenting with foil as needed. Reheat: To refresh a baked pie, place it in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10–15 minutes until warmed through.

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