Cherry Pie Filling Only
Create the perfect homemade cherry pie or elevate your favorite desserts with this luscious and versatile "Cherry Pie Filling Only" recipe. Made with juicy fresh or frozen cherries, a hint of bright lemon juice, and a touch of almond extract for optional depth, this simple stovetop filling comes together in just 20 minutes. The cornstarch ensures a smooth, thick consistency, ideal for spreading into a pie crust or spooning over ice cream, cheesecake, pancakes, and more. With its delicious balance of tartness and sweetness, this cherry pie filling is a must-have for home bakers looking to ditch canned alternatives and embrace the rich flavors of homemade goodness. Plus, it stores beautifully in the refrigerator, making it as convenient as it is delectable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Almond extract (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and cornstarch. Whisk them together to ensure there are no lumps.
Add the pitted cherries, lemon juice, and water to the saucepan. Stir to coat the cherries evenly with the sugar and cornstarch mixture.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook while stirring frequently. As the cherries begin to release their juices, the mixture will start to thicken.
Once the mixture begins to bubble, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, or until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the almond extract (if using) for an additional layer of flavor.
Allow the cherry pie filling to cool completely before using it in your favorite pie crust or as a topping for ice cream, cheesecake, or other desserts.
Store any leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.7 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 233.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1430 mg | 30% | |
*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.
