Easy Cherry Pie
Add holiday flavors and follow an easy lattice-crust method for a classic cherry pie.
Course Baking, Dessert, Pie
Cuisine American
Author Catherine’s Plates
Equipment
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9-inch deep pie plate
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Rolling pin
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Large mixing bowl and spatula
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Small bowl and fork
Ingredients
- 1 box (2 pcs) refrigerated pie crusts (or use your favorite homemade crust; a cream-cheese crust works well)
- Flour for dusting the work surface
- 2 (21 oz) cans cherry pie filling
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp water
- 2 tsp white granulated sugar
Instructions
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Remove the pie crusts from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes to take the chill off; this makes them easier to roll.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out one crust and fit it into a 9-inch deep pie plate. Trim the excess dough and flute the edges for a neat finish.
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In a large bowl, combine the two cans of cherry pie filling with the almond extract, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon. Stir gently to mix, then pour the filling into the prepared crust.
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Roll out the second crust and cut it into even, thin strips for the lattice. Lay five strips across the pie, spaced evenly. To weave the lattice: lift every other strip, fold it back toward the edge, place a new strip perpendicular across the filling, then fold the lifted strips back over the new strip.
Repeat by lifting the alternate strips and adding more cross strips until the top is fully woven into a lattice pattern.
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Trim any excess dough from the strip edges and press the ends into the bottom crust to seal.
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Whisk the egg with 1 teaspoon of water until frothy. Brush this egg wash over the lattice and the pie edges, then sprinkle the top with the granulated sugar.
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Place the pie on a sheet pan and bake in a 425°F (220°C) oven for 45–50 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.
If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with a pie ring or a strip of foil to prevent over-browning.
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Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing so the filling sets. Serve and enjoy.
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Note: For a visual guide to weaving the lattice top, watch the accompanying video demonstration—seeing the steps makes the process easier.