Classic Lattice-Top Homemade Frozen Cherry Pie Recipe

Name: Classic Lattice-Top Homemade Frozen Cherry Pie Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Desserts
Ingredients: 680g frozen pitted cherries (tart Montmorency or sweet dark cherries), thawed & drained; 150g granulated white sugar; 30g cornstarch or quick-cooking tapioca; 2.5ml pure almond extract & 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 crusts pie crusts for top and bottom; 14g butter, cubed & 1 egg + 1 tbsp turbinado coarse sugar for topping

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Nothing rivals the comfort of pulling a freshly baked batch of Classic Lattice-Top Homemade Frozen Cherry Pie Recipe from your own oven. Tested repeatedly to lock in moisture and golden browning, this recipe spotlights frozen pitted cherries , thawed & drained, granulated white sugar and cornstarch or quick-cooking tapioca in just 1 hr 15 min, making sweet homemade baking effortless and dependable.

Ingredients

8 servings

5 cups (about 24 oz) frozen pitted cherries (tart Montmorency or sweet dark cherries), thawed & drained
¾ cup granulated white sugar
¼ cup cornstarch or quick-cooking tapioca
½ tsp pure almond extract & 1 tbsp lemon juice
2 rolls (9-inch) pie crusts for top and bottom
1 tbsp butter, cubed & 1 egg + 1 tbsp turbinado coarse sugar for topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss thawed cherries with sugar, cornstarch, almond extract, and lemon juice until well coated.

Line a 9-inch pie dish with bottom crust; pour in cherry filling and dot with butter cubes. Cut top crust into ¾-inch strips and weave a lattice. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle coarse turbinado sugar.

**Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes**, reduce heat to 375°F (190°C), and **bake for another 35 minutes** until filling is bubbling thick and crust is golden brown. Cool 2 hours before slicing!

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Chef Amara’s Kitchen Secrets & Pro Tips

Almond Extract Enhances Cherries: A splash of almond extract enhances natural cherry flavor ten-fold.
Cool 2 Hours for Clean Slices: Allowing the pie to cool allows the fruit juices to gelatinize so slices hold their shape beautifully.

1. Spoon and Level Your Flour: Never scoop flour directly from the canister with your measuring cup, which packs excess volume by up to 25%. Fluff the flour with a fork, spoon it into the cup, and level the top with a knife. 2. Mind Your Butter Temperature: For creaming, butter should yield under gentle thumb pressure without melting or feeling greasy. Proper emulsion traps microscopic air pockets that ensure an airy, tender bake. 3. Chef's Kitchen Secret: Almond Extract Enhances Cherries: A splash of almond extract enhances natural cherry flavor ten-fold.

Chef’s Cooking Guide & FAQs

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Troubleshooting & Quick Fixes

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Why Did My Classic Lattice-Top Homemade Frozen Cherry Pie Recipe Turn Out Drier Than Expected?: Dryness usually stems from slight over-measuring of flour or keeping the pan in the oven a few minutes too long. Check for doneness slightly early—a toothpick inserted into the center should emerge with a few moist crumbs rather than dry wood.
How to Prevent Uneven Browning?: Most domestic ovens have hot spots near the back corner. Rotate your baking sheet 180 degrees halfway through the timer to ensure uniform golden browning and rise.

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Storage, Freezing & Reheating Guidelines

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Store baked items in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate up to 6 days. To freeze, wrap tightly in parchment paper and aluminum foil for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight at room temperature.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Can I substitute brown sugar for white sugar? A: Yes, substituting dark or light brown sugar adds extra moisture and subtle caramel undertones due to natural molasses content.

Q: Can I make this dessert gluten-free? A: A 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend containing xanthan gum (such as Bob's Red Mill or King Arthur) produces outstanding, nearly identical results.

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Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 of 8)

340 Calories

52g Carbs 19% DV

4g Protein 8% DV

14g Fat 18% DV

3g Fiber 11% DV

190mg Sodium 8% DV

Carbs 60% Protein 4% Fat 36%

*Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet (USDA FoodData Central).

Quick Info

Cuisine Desserts
Dietary Vegetarian
Total Time 1 hr 15 min
Yield 8 servings

Chef Amara

Passionate home cook & certified chef behind YumAroma. Every recipe is tested 3+ times for perfection.

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Classic Lattice-Top Homemade Frozen Cherry Pie Recipe

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Mix Cherry Filling (10 Min)

Fill Pie & Weave Lattice Crust (10 Min)