Description
This Cherry Apple Pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion, blending the sweet and tart flavors of fresh cherries and apples in a flaky, buttery crust. It’s not just a treat for your taste buds; its vibrant colors and delightful aroma will make it the star of your table. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or enjoying a cozy night in, this pie is a delicious way to impress your family and friends. Easy to make and customizable, you can tweak the filling to suit your preferences, ensuring everyone gets a slice of happiness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 340 g all-purpose flour
- 230 g unsalted butter (cold & cubed)
- 140 g ice cold water
- 4 tart apples (about 700g after peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 300 g red cherries (pitted & halved)
- 50 g brown sugar
- 20 g cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by mixing flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice-cold water gradually until dough forms. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- For the filling, combine sliced apples and cherries with brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out half of the chilled dough into a circle and place it in a pie dish.
- Fill the dish with fruit mixture evenly. Roll out remaining dough to cover or create a lattice top.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle sugar on top. Bake for about 70 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use cold ingredients for a flaky crust. Customize fillings with other fruits like blueberries or adjust spices according to taste.