Shanna’s Nana’s Lemon Cherry Pie

Cherries are a symbol of good luck and happiness in many cultures, making this pie a delightful treat for any occasion.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 135 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Shanna’s Nana’s Lemon Cherry Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 15 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Pie crust
• 0.5 cup Lemon juice
• 2 cup Cherries (pitted)
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Butter (cold and cubed)
• 1 unit Egg (beaten)
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the cherries, lemon juice, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well.
3. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
4. Pour the cherry mixture into the pie crust.
5. Dot the top of the filling with cubes of cold butter.
6. Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the filling. Seal the edges and make a few slits on the top crust for venting.
7. Brush the top crust with beaten egg.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 1 hour.
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.