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Cherry Pie Filling

Cherry Pie Filling delivers a bright, tangy-sweet burst of tart cherries bound in a glossy, smooth sauce. The gentle simmer and cornstarch thickener highlight pure fruit flavor without heaviness, ideal for spooning into a baked crust, layering over cheesecake, or topping ice cream. Serve it warm or cooled whenever you want a vibrant, fruit-forward dessert centerpiece.

  • Prep25 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Cherry Pie Filling
  1. 1

    Collect the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Put the cherries in a saucepan over medium heat. Cover and cook, stirring frequently, until they release their juices and come to a simmer, 10 to 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, whisk the sugar with the cornstarch until blended; pour this mixture into the hot cherries and their juice. Stir until fully combined.

  4. 4

    Return to a simmer over low heat; cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool before using as pie filling.

About This Recipe

Cherry Pie Filling is an American dessert recipe made with 3 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cherries, Cornstarch, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 608.44 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Cherry Pie Filling?
It is an American pie recipe made with 3 ingredients, usually served for dessert or side dish.
What is Cherry Pie Filling made of?
The main ingredients are Cherries, Cornstarch, Sugar. The full list of 3 is above.
How long does it take to make Cherry Pie Filling?
About 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 608.44 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Cherry Pie Filling easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 3 ingredients and 4 steps.

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