Cherry Pie Recipe with a rich, jammy filling, golden flaky crust, and just the right amount of crunch from a sparkling sugar topping.
Author’s Notes
The Pie I Make Every Summer…And You Should Too
Every summer, I make at least one cherry pie, and in my husband’s words, “it’s the best part of the summer.” Somehow, I’ve never actually shared the recipe here! Probably because my family INHALES it before I can even grab a photo, ha!
Over the years, I’ve tweaked the filling a bit and, of course, I use my forever pie crust recipe. So I figured this was finally the summer to share it, just in time for cherry season!
Cherry Pie Recipe Ingredients
| Ingredient | Helpful Notes |
|---|---|
| Fresh cherries | I like using a 50/50 mix of dark sweet cherries and Rainier cherries |
| Granulated sugar | Adjust based on cherries; increase if using sour cherries |
| Lemon juice | Adds brightness and balances sweetness |
| Cornstarch | Thickens the filling so it sets up nicely |
| Butter | mix in at the end for richness and a glossy finish |
| from-scratch pie crusts | Check out my postfor all my best tips on making an all-butter pie crust |
| Egg & milk wash + sparkling sugar | The egg wash adds golden color to the crust, while the sugar gives it a crunchy, sparkly finish |
Cherry Pie Recipe Tips
- Cherry texture: Cut half in halves and half in quarters for a better set and bite.
- Cool first: Let filling cool before adding to the base crust (prevents soggy dough).
- Keep it cold: Chill crusts and then the whole pie before baking for best texture.
- Shield the edges: Add a pie shield after 20 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Set before slicing: Let pie cool at least 3–4 hours so filling can fully set.
Quick Tip
How do I know when this Cherry Pie Recipe is done? Look for a deep golden brown crust and filling that’s bubbling through the lattice or edges for at least 5 minutes.
Storage
- Store: Cover and refrigerate leftover cherry pie for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Wrap the fully baked and cooled pie tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Warm slices in the oven or enjoy cold straight from the fridge.
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- Vanilla ice cream: Classic and creamy. a reliable topping for a warm pie!
- Whipped cream: Light and fluffy topping that complements the rich filling.
- Fresh cherries: Serve on the side or scattered over the top.
