Chocolate Covered Cherry Pie
Indulge in the decadent allure of a Chocolate Covered Cherry Pie, a dessert that marries the tangy sweetness of juicy cherries with the rich, velvety smoothness of chocolate ganache. This show-stopping pie begins with a buttery, golden crust, filled with a luscious cherry compote thickened to perfection with a hint of vanilla. Topped with a silken layer of semi-sweet chocolate ganache, this dessert is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for special occasions or a romantic treat, it’s finished with optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence. With its sumptuous layers, this easy-to-make pie will surely become a family favorite. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for an irresistible slice of heaven!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Pitted fresh or frozen cherries
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 cups Water
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cups Heavy cream
- 1 Prepared pie crust
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cups Chocolate shavings or curls (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place your prepared pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges as desired. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Stir to coat the cherries evenly.
Add the water to the cherry mixture and place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. This should take about 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Pour the cherry filling into the prepared pie crust. Spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake the pie at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
While the pie is cooling, prepare the chocolate ganache. Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
Once the pie has cooled completely, pour the ganache over the cherry filling, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Let the ganache set at room temperature for about 1 hour or refrigerate for faster setting (30 minutes).
Before serving, garnish with optional whipped cream and chocolate shavings or curls if desired. Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 260.2 g | 334% | |
| Saturated Fat | 160.5 g | 802% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 482 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 423 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 507.8 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 413.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.5 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1575 mg | 34% | |
*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.
