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Sour Cherry Pie Filling

Tart and Sweet Sour Cherry Pie Filling

  • Author: Easy Sour Cherry Pie Filling Ingredients: 4 cups fresh or frozen sour cherries, pitted (if using frozen, do not thaw) 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Pinch of salt Instructions: 1. In a large saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, water, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. 2. Stir well to combine all ingredients. 3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. 4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the filling has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and burning. 5. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely before using in your pie. If using frozen cherries, the filling will thicken further as it cools.
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This easy sour cherry pie filling is perfect for pies, crisps, or cobblers. The perfect balance of sweet and tart makes it irresistible.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups Fresh or frozen sour cherries (Pitted)
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed is best)
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch Pinch of salt

Instructions

Instructions

  1. Combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the filling has thickened and the cherries have softened.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool completely before using.
  5. Stir occasionally while cooling to prevent a skin from forming.
  6. Once cooled, the filling can be used to fill a pie crust, or used as a topping for crisps or cobblers.

Notes

For a thicker filling, increase the cornstarch to 1/3 cup. You can also add other spices, such as allspice or cardamom, to taste.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Fat: 1
  • Carbohydrates: 70
  • Protein: 2

Keywords: baking, cherry, easy, filling, pie, sweet, tart

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