Me Oh My Cherry Pie! Hot Pad + Cherry Pie Recipe

Our "Me Oh My Cherry Pie!" Hot Pad has got us thinking of, well, cherry pie! Look how cute it is! This cute and cozy hot pad resembles a delectable cherry pie, perfectly complementing your kitchen decor. It'll keep your hands safe while adding a touch of whimsy to your cooking routine!

There’s something magical about cherry pie. The tart sweetness of the cherries, the buttery, flaky crust, and that warm, comforting feeling of pulling a fresh pie out of the oven—it’s a classic dessert that’s hard to resist!

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or trying your hand at pie-making for the first time, this guide will walk you through the process of creating a delicious cherry pie from scratch! 

Homemade Cherry Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
• 6-8 tablespoons ice water

For the Cherry Filling:

• 4 cups fresh or frozen tart cherries (pitted)
• 1 cup sugar (adjust based on sweetness of cherries)
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pie Crust:

   • In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
   • Add cold butter cubes and cut into the flour using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
   • Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing just until the dough comes together.
   • Divide the dough into two equal parts, shape each into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
     
     

2. Prepare the Cherry Filling:

   • In a medium saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
   • Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens (about 10-15 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter. Let the filling cool.
     
     

3. Assemble the Pie:

   • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Roll out one of the dough discs on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Place the rolled dough into the pie pan and trim the edges.
   • Pour the cherry filling into the pie crust.
   • Roll out the second dough disc for the top crust. You can cover the pie completely or cut strips to create a lattice pattern.
   • If using a full top crust, cut slits in the top for steam to escape. If doing a lattice, weave the strips over the filling.
   • Brush the top crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
     
     

4. Bake the Pie:

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
   • If the edges start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
     
     

5. Cool and Serve:

   • Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the filling to set.

Enjoy your delicious homemade cherry pie!