Sour Cherry Pie

Health score
2%
Sour Cherry Pie
45 min.
6
577kcal

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Nothing quite captures the essence of summer like a warm slice of homemade Sour Cherry Pie. This delightful dessert is an ode to the tart, vibrant flavors of fresh sour cherries, perfectly balanced with a crumbly, buttery crust. Whether you’re enjoying it at a family gathering, a potluck, or simply indulging on a quiet afternoon, this pie is sure to impress both friends and family alike.

The beauty of this Sour Cherry Pie lies not only in its irresistible taste but also in the charming lattice crust that adds a touch of elegance to your dessert table. The aroma of baked cherries mingling with lime zest wafts through your kitchen, promising a sweet and tangy experience that’s hard to resist. What's more, this recipe is easy to follow, requiring just 45 minutes from start to finish, allowing you to satisfy your sweet tooth without spending all day in the kitchen.

With a tantalizing blend of tartness from the cherries and a hint of citrus brightness from the lime, every bite is a delightful journey for the taste buds. So gather your favorite baking supplies and prepare to create a classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm, and don’t forget a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for that extra touch of bliss!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter diced
  • cups cherries sour pitted
  • 2.5 tablespoons cornstarch 
  •  eggs beaten
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  •  juice of lime 
  • 9-inch pie crust dough refrigerated ()
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. Roll out one crust; place in a 9" pie plate. Wrap with plastic wrap and chill.
  2. Roll out remaining crust 1/8-inch thick.
  3. Cut as many one-inch-wide strips as possibe to make lattice; cut any leftover crust into leaf shapes with a mini cookie cutter.
  4. Place lattice strips and leaves on parchment paper-lined baking sheet; cover with plastic wrap and chill.
  5. Combine cherries and juice in a large bowl.
  6. Sprinkle with sugar, flour, cornstarch, lime juice and zest. Toss well and pour into pie crust; dot with butter. Weave lattice strips over filling. Arrange leaves in a decorative pattern on lattice.
  7. Whisk together egg and cream; brush over lattice and edges of crust.
  8. Bake at 400 for about 50 minutes, shielding crust after 30 minutes, if needed. Cool slightly before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories577kcal
Protein4.37%
Fat36.6%
Carbs59.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.18
Glycemic Load
26.77
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.6156521828278%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
27.79mg
Pelargonidin
0.25mg
Peonidin
1.38mg
Catechin
4.01mg
Epigallocatechin
0.31mg
Epicatechin
4.6mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.66mg
Hesperetin
2.69mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
2.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:576.66kcal
28.83%
Fat:23.99g
36.91%
Saturated Fat:9.26g
57.86%
Carbohydrates:87.05g
29.02%
Net Carbohydrates:83.27g
30.28%
Sugar:45.73g
50.81%
Cholesterol:42.96mg
14.32%
Sodium:315.7mg
13.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.45g
12.9%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.91%
Vitamin C:15.47mg
18.75%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.31%
Fiber:3.78g
15.13%
Folate:59.42µg
14.86%
Iron:2.32mg
12.87%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.07%
Vitamin B3:2.07mg
10.34%
Selenium:7µg
9.99%
Potassium:322.1mg
9.2%
Phosphorus:91.84mg
9.18%
Vitamin K:7.49µg
7.13%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.26%
Copper:0.12mg
6.25%
Vitamin A:304.27IU
6.09%
Magnesium:24.22mg
6.05%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.24%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.46%
Calcium:37.94mg
3.79%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.42%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%
Source:My Recipes