10/19/2026
👵🍒 Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Cherry Pie
A classic American dessert made with love! ❤️
Prep time: 25 minutes
Bake time: 45–55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
🛒 Ingredients
For the pie crust
2½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (225 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
6–8 tablespoons ice-cold water
Shortcut: Use two refrigerated pie crusts.
For the cherry filling
5 cups (about 700 g) pitted fresh or frozen cherries
¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
¼ cup (30 g) cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
For the golden crust
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the crust.
Mix the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water gradually until the dough comes together. Divide into two portions, flatten into discs, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Make the cherry filling.
In a saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5–8 minutes, stirring gently, until the juices thicken. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and optional almond extract. Let cool.
3. Assemble the pie.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out one portion of dough and line a 9-inch pie dish. Add the cooled cherry filling and dot with butter.
4. Create the top crust.
Roll out the remaining dough and cover the pie. Make several slits to release steam, or cut the dough into strips to create a beautiful lattice pattern. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
5. Bake until golden.
Bake for 20 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 25–35 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling bubbles through the vents. Cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
6. Let it cool.
Allow the pie to cool for at least 3–4 hours before slicing so the cherry filling can set properly.
❤️ Grandma’s Secret Tips
For a richer flavor: Add a tiny pinch of cinnamon.
For frozen cherries: Thaw and drain excess liquid, or allow extra cooking time for the filling to thicken.
For the perfect slice: Never cut the pie while it is still hot.
For serving: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
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🍒 GRANDMA’S OLD-FASHIONED CHERRY PIE! 👵❤️
Golden, flaky crust filled with sweet, juicy cherries… just like Grandma used to make! 🥧
This timeless homemade dessert is perfect for family gatherings, Sunday dinners, or whenever you're craving something sweet.
Would you eat this warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream? 🍨👇
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