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Cherry Pie Filling

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Cherry Pie Filling is sweet, tart, and easy to make! Furthermore, this filling is delicious in Cherry Pies, hand pies, cookies, bars, and any other dessert you can think of. Finally, this recipe is easy to make in bulk, freeze for a later date, or enjoy the day of. I hope you all enjoy it!

Cherry Pie Filling

Cherry Pie Filling Ingredients

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Crafting the Cherry Pie Filling

  1. First, if you are using fresh cherries, pit them with a Cherry Pitter.
  2. Next, if you are using frozen cherries, place them into a medium-sized Nonstick, All-Clad pot or Le Creuset Dutch Oven.
  3. Then, add all of the ingredients, and heat to medium-low heat.
  4. Next, bring the mixture to a boil, until the cherries start releasing their juices.
    • Note: This takes about 10 minutes.
  5. Then, reduce the heat to a simmer, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Finally, remove the Cherry Pie Filling from the heat, and allow it to cool.

Add the Ingredients and Bring to a Boil

Cherry Pie Filling
First, if you are using fresh cherries, pit them with a Cherry Pitter. Next, if you are using frozen cherries, place them into a medium-sized Nonstick, All-Clad pot.
Cherry Pie Filling
Then, add all of the ingredients, and heat to medium-low heat.

Simmer for 15 Minutes

Cherry Pie Filling
Next, bring the mixture to a boil, until the cherries start releasing their juices. Then, reduce the heat to a simmer, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Cool to Room Temperature

Cherry Pie Filling
Finally, remove the Cherry Pie Filling from the heat, and allow it to cool.

Jarring and Storing the Cherry Pie Filling

  1. First, once the Cherry Pie Filling has cooled slightly, carefully pour it into Mason Jars or an airtight container.
  2. Next, seal the jars with the lid, and then let them cool completely to room temperature.
  3. Finally, store the filling in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Cooling Cherry Mixture
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Frozen Cherries
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Cherry Pie Filling

Cherry Pie Filling

Yield: 8 Cups
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Additional Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Cherry Pie Filling is sweet, tart, and easy to make! Furthermore, this filling is delicious in Cherry Pies, hand pies, cookies, bars, and any other dessert you can think of. Finally, this recipe is easy to make in bulk, freeze for a later date, or enjoy the day of. I hope you all enjoy it!

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 to 5 cups of Cherries, Fresh or Frozen
  • 1/4 c. Water
  • 2/3 c. Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 c. Cornstarch (or Arrowroot Powder)
  • 1 tbsp. Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp. Lemon Zest
  • 1/4 tsp. Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. First, if you are using fresh cherries, pit them with a Cherry Pitter.
  2. Next, if you are using frozen cherries, place them into a medium-sized Nonstick, All-Clad pot or Le Creuset Dutch Oven.
  3. Then, add all of the ingredients, and heat to medium-low heat.
  4. Next, bring the mixture to a boil, until the cherries start releasing their juices.
  5. Note: This takes about 10 minutes.
  6. Then, reduce the heat to a simmer, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Next, remove the Cherry Pie Filling from the heat, and allow it to cool.
  8. Then, once the Cherry Pie Filling has cooled slightly, carefully pour it into Mason Jars or an airtight container.
  9. Next, seal the jars with the lid, and then let them cool completely to room temperature.
  10. Finally, store the filling in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 32 Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 85Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 2gSugar: 17gProtein: 1g
© Rachel

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