Description

Evans Sour Cherry Pie Filling is a delightful homemade treat that captures the essence of fresh sour cherries in every bite. This versatile filling is perfect for baking pies, enhancing desserts, or adding a sweet-tart twist to breakfast dishes. It’s simple to prepare and allows you to control the ingredients, ensuring a rich and authentic cherry flavor without any preservatives. Whether you’re hosting a special occasion or looking for an everyday indulgence, this pie filling will elevate your culinary creations. With its easy preparation steps and long-lasting storage options, you’ll always have a delicious treat ready to serve.

Ingredients

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4 cups pitted sour cherries (fresh and frozen)
2 cups cherry juice
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 teaspoons vanilla

Instructions

Thaw the frozen cherries completely and drain excess juice.
In a mixing bowl, blend cornstarch with both sugars.
In a medium saucepan, combine cherry juice and gradually whisk in the dry mixture.
Cook over medium-low heat while stirring until thickened and clear.
Fold in the drained cherries and cook for an additional minute until bubbling.
Remove from heat, add almond extract and vanilla, then mix well.
Pour into a canning jar while warm, cool to room temperature, then seal tightly for storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Canning
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
Calories: 80
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use fresh sour cherries when in season for optimal flavor. Adjust sweetness by modifying sugar levels according to preference. Strain thoroughly to avoid excess juice making the filling runny.