Cherry Heart Pie

Celebrate sweetness and romance with this delightful Cherry Heart Pie, where a flaky, buttery crust meets a vibrant cherry filling bursting with flavor. This handcrafted pie not only tastes heavenly but also delivers a show-stopping presentation thanks to a decorative topping of heart-shaped pastry cutouts. Featuring fresh or frozen pitted cherries cooked to perfection with a hint of vanilla and a splash of lemon juice, the filling strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. The rich homemade crust is brushed with an egg wash and finished with a sprinkle of coarse sugar for an irresistible golden glow. Ideal for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion that calls for a heartfelt dessert, this pie is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. With easy-to-follow steps and a bake time of just under an hour, this charming dessert is destined to become a favorite for all your special gatherings!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 6 tablespoons Ice water
• 4 cups Pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 piece Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
• 2 teaspoons Coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed butter, and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and becomes bubbly, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a floured surface, roll out one dough disc into a 12-inch circle and carefully transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish.

Step 6

Trim the edges, leaving about an inch overhang. Pour the cooled cherry filling into the crust.

Step 7

Roll out the second dough disc and use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes. Arrange the hearts decoratively over the cherry filling, or create a lattice pattern using the cutout strips.

Step 8

Crimp the edges of the pie crust and brush the top crust with beaten egg wash. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.

Step 9

Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Step 10

Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the filling to set. Slice and enjoy your Cherry Heart Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1827.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4223.4

Total Fat 201.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 702.7mg	0%
Sodium 1291.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 570.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 292.8g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 227.4mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 2505.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.3%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 53.1%