Ohio Sour Cherry Pie
Description
This classic Ohio Sour Cherry Pie offers a perfect balance of tart fruit and sweet spice, encased in a tender, flaky crust. The filling bursts with the bright, tangy flavor of frozen sour cherries, mellowed by brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon. Its a comforting, homestyle dessert that evokes nostalgia and warmth, ideal for family gatherings, holiday tables, or a cozy weekend treat. The Crisco-based crust ensures a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the cherry filling remains juicy and vibrant. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this pie is a crowd-pleaser thats as beautiful as it is delicious. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
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In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in frozen Crisco shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just holds together when pressed. Do not overwork.
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Divide dough in half. Shape each half into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine frozen sour cherries, white sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, almond extract, and milk. Stir gently to coat cherries.
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Roll out one disk of dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Transfer to pie plate, gently pressing into the edges.
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Pour cherry filling into the prepared crust. Dot with vanilla extract.
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Roll out the second disk of dough. Place over the filling. Trim excess dough, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Crimp edges to seal.
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Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Brush edges with milk for browning.
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Bake for 5060 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbling. If edges brown too quickly, cover with foil.
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Let pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing, at least 2 hours, to allow filling to set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1789.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 132.3g204%
- Saturated Fat 44.8g224%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2455.4mg103%
- Total Carbohydrate 136.5g46%
- Dietary Fiber 5.4g22%
- Sugars 30.2g
- Protein 14.4g29%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a lattice top, slice the second dough disk into strips and weave over the filling before crimping edges.
If using fresh cherries, pit and pit them before making the filling. You may need to adjust sugar based on sweetness of fruit.
Keep Crisco shortening very cold when making the crust to ensure a flaky texture. Work quickly to prevent melting.
Pie can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in oven before serving.
For a vegan version, ensure milk and extracts are plant-based. Use a vegan shortening instead of Crisco if needed.
Leftover pie freezes well. Wrap tightly in plastic and foil; thaw in refrigerator before reheating.
