Cherry Heart Pie
Celebrate sweetness and romance with this delightful Cherry Heart Pie, where a flaky, buttery crust meets a vibrant cherry filling bursting with flavor. This handcrafted pie not only tastes heavenly but also delivers a show-stopping presentation thanks to a decorative topping of heart-shaped pastry cutouts. Featuring fresh or frozen pitted cherries cooked to perfection with a hint of vanilla and a splash of lemon juice, the filling strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. The rich homemade crust is brushed with an egg wash and finished with a sprinkle of coarse sugar for an irresistible golden glow. Ideal for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion that calls for a heartfelt dessert, this pie is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. With easy-to-follow steps and a bake time of just under an hour, this charming dessert is destined to become a favorite for all your special gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 4 cups Pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 piece Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 2 teaspoons Coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter, and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and becomes bubbly, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc into a 12-inch circle and carefully transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish.
Trim the edges, leaving about an inch overhang. Pour the cooled cherry filling into the crust.
Roll out the second dough disc and use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes. Arrange the hearts decoratively over the cherry filling, or create a lattice pattern using the cutout strips.
Crimp the edges of the pie crust and brush the top crust with beaten egg wash. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set. Slice and enjoy your Cherry Heart Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.8 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.6 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 1292 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 570.5 g | 207% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 292.8 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 2506 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
