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Homemade Cherry Pie Filling

A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 1 pie (about 4 cups of filling)
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cups bing cherries, stems & pits removed
  • ⅔-¾ cup white sugar, to taste, depending on the sweetness of the cherries **use more sugar if you have tart cherries
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp water
  • ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon, optional

Instructions

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  1. Combine the pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, water, and cinnamon together in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Bring to a boil then reduce to low heat and cook, stirring frequently, for 8-10 minutes, until thickened. Side Note: If the mixture is sticking to the pan, add a bit more water.  
  3. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days until needed or store in the freezer for up to 3 months.