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Thick and Juicy Homemade Cherry Pie Filling

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Make a thick, sweet, and tart cherry pie filling from scratch using fresh or frozen cherries. This recipe yields a perfect texture for pies, cheesecakes, or toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups sweet cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Combine cherries and water in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sugar and cornstarch until fully combined.
  3. Slowly whisk the sugar and cornstarch mixture into the simmering cherries.
  4. Continue stirring constantly until the mixture thickens significantly, about 3 to 5 minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, almond extract, and salt.
  6. Allow the filling to cool completely before using it in your pie crust or dessert. Cooling helps the filling set to its final thick consistency.

Notes

  • If using frozen cherries, do not thaw them before cooking; add them directly to the saucepan.
  • For a deeper flavor, substitute 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar with light brown sugar.
  • This filling can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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