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Cherry Crumb Pie

Delicious Cherry Crumb Pie That Melts in Your Mouth

This Cherry Crumb Pie combines sweet cherries with a buttery crumb topping, making it a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 9-inch pie crust Store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 5 cups pitted cherries Fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances cherry flavor
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Substitute with vanilla if preferred
  • ⅔ cup white granulated sugar Reduce if cherries are sweet
  • ¼ cup corn starch Can substitute with all-purpose flour
For the Crumb Topping
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour is an option
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar Adjust according to taste
  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar Regular sugar works for lighter flavor
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Use chilled for a crumbly texture
  • 1 pinch salt Elevates the flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Pie Dish
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Combine cherries, vanilla extract, almond extract, white granulated sugar, and corn starch in a large mixing bowl. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Mix together all-purpose flour, white granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut in chilled unsalted butter until resembling coarse crumbs.
  4. Transfer cherry filling into the pie crust and sprinkle crumb topping over the cherries.
  5. Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes, then reduce to 375°F (190°C) and bake for an additional 35-40 minutes.
  6. Let the pie cool for 20-30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cherries and allow the pie to cool before slicing for clean cuts. Store at room temperature or refrigerate leftovers.

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