Best 2 Healthy And Delicious Cherry Pie Recipes

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If you're searching for a delectable and nutritious dessert, look no further than a homemade cherry pie. With its vibrant red filling and flaky crust, this classic treat is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while offering an array of health benefits. Cherries are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, making them a nutritious addition to any diet. Additionally, the fiber-rich crust helps promote a healthy digestive system. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need to create a cherry pie that's both delicious and good for you.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ALWAYS DELICIOUS CHERRY PIE



Always Delicious Cherry Pie image

Sweet and sour cherry pie. Incredibly yummy with vanilla ice cream! Be sure to get the regular cherries, not cherry pie filling.

Provided by Jody Clark

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 deep dish pastry for double crust
2 (16.5 ounce) cans pitted dark sweet cherries, drained with syrup reserved
1 (16 ounce) can pitted sour cherries, drained
¾ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons arrowroot powder
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract
⅛ teaspoon red food coloring

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one crust, and place in a 9 inch deep dish pie plate. Roll out top crust, and set aside.
  • Measure 1 1/2 cups reserved cherry syrup into a small saucepan over low heat. Mix together sugar, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir into syrup until dissolved. Increase heat to high, and bring syrup to a boil. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until thickened. Remove from heat, and stir in butter, lemon juice, vanilla, almond extract, and red food coloring.
  • In a large bowl, combine cherries and thickened syrup. Gently toss until evenly coated. Pour filling into pie crust. Cover with top crust, and crimp edges with fork. Make a few fork vents in top pie crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Continue to bake for 30 minutes. Allow to cool for 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.4 calories, Carbohydrate 79 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 343.7 mg, Sugar 47.9 g

HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS CHERRY PIE



Healthy and Delicious Cherry Pie image

This recipe is great with vanilla ice cream or yogurt. It's my first year trying the crust and haven't looked for another pie crust recipe since. If desired, mix 1/4 cup of wheat germ into the pie crust dough.

Provided by Annie

Categories     Cherry Pie

Time 24m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup margarine
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons water
½ cup white sugar
2 cups fresh cherries, pitted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together margarine, brown sugar and vanilla. Stir in oats, flour and water. Then press mixture into 9 inch pie pan. In a medium bowl, stir together the cherries and sugar. Pour into the crust.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 12 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 67.9 mg, Sugar 22.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, sweet cherries: This will ensure that your pie has the best flavor. Look for cherries that are plump and have a deep red color.
  • Use a cherry pitter: This will save you a lot of time and effort. If you don't have a cherry pitter, you can use a paring knife to remove the pits.
  • Don't overcook the cherries: Overcooked cherries will be mushy and lose their flavor. Cook them just until they are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Use a good quality pie crust: This will make a big difference in the overall quality of your pie. You can use a homemade pie crust or a store-bought one.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling: This will ensure that the pie is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Cherry pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With these tips, you can make the best cherry pie possible. So what are you waiting for? Get baking!

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