Description
Capture the essence of summer with this homemade cherry pie filling. Bursting with sweet and tart flavors, it’s perfect for pies, pancakes, or even enjoyed straight from the jar. This quick and easy recipe will transport you to festive gatherings filled with laughter and delightful aromas. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a luscious filling that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare your cherries by washing and pitting them.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, and water. Stir occasionally until the mixture bubbles.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth. Gradually add this to the bubbling cherry mixture while stirring continuously for about 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
- Allow filling to cool completely before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (64g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg