Fresh Cherry Pie Filling

Fresh Cherry Pie Filling

A copycat version of what you get in a can, only fresher. Different kinds of cherries can be used (we have a sour cherry tree) and sugar can be increased or decreased to taste. Excellent on a fresh cheesecake.

Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
56 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Combine water and cornstarch in a small bowl; mix slurry until very few lumps remain.
Step 2
Pour slurry into a saucepan. Stir in cherries and sugar. Cook over medium heat, covered, until mixture is desired thickness, 15 to 20 minutes.
Fresh Cherry Pie Filling

Ingredients

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups pitted fresh sour cherries

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