Description
A delightful Cherry Chocolate Chip Pie that combines the tartness of cherries with the richness of chocolate for a perfect dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Roll out your dough and place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges and set aside.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, almond extract, salt, and lemon juice. Toss until well coated.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Pour the cherry-chocolate mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake the Pie: Bake for 45-50 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a healthier option, consider using a sugar substitute or gluten-free crust. Pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg