This easy crumb-topped cherry pie is the ultimate shortcut dessert for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. By using frozen pie crusts and canned tart cherries, you skip the hassle of making dough from scratch while still enjoying a deeply satisfying, homemade treat. The filling is bright and tangy, thickened to a perfect consistency and colored a vivid red, while the top layer offers a crunchy, sweet-and-spicy contrast that mimics a traditional lattice. It’s a nostalgic, comforting dish that feels special without the fuss. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect ending to a meal.
Easy Crumb-Topped Cherry Pie
Description
This easy crumb-topped cherry pie is the ultimate shortcut dessert for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. By using frozen pie crusts and canned tart cherries, you skip the hassle of making dough from scratch while still enjoying a deeply satisfying, homemade treat. The filling is bright and tangy, thickened to a perfect consistency and colored a vivid red, while the top layer offers a crunchy, sweet-and-spicy contrast that mimics a traditional lattice. It&# 226;ÂÂs a nostalgic, comforting dish that feels special without the fuss. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect ending to a meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 425ðF (220ðC).
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Drain the cherries, reserving 1/2 cup of the liquid.
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In a large saucepan, combine the drained cherries, reserved liquid, 1 cup sugar, cornstarch, and red food coloring.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens significantly.
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Pour the hot cherry filling into one of the frozen deep-dish pie crusts.
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While the second crust is still frozen, break or crumble it into very small pieces.
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Mix the crumbled crust pieces with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar and the cinnamon.
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Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the cherry filling.
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Place the pie on a preheated baking sheet and bake at 425ðF (218ðC) for 10 minutes.
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Reduce the oven temperature to 350ðF (175ðC) and continue baking for an additional 45-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
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Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 22.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.2g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.