Best 6 Almond Crust Cherry Cream Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our almond crust cherry cream pie, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable treat features a buttery, nutty almond crust, a creamy and luscious cherry filling, and a delicate whipped cream topping. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, this pie is a feast for the eyes and the palate. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step guide and detailed instructions will ensure a successful baking experience. Discover the secrets behind the perfect pie crust, the art of creating a velvety smooth filling, and the techniques for achieving a fluffy and airy whipped cream. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this exquisite dessert that combines the goodness of almonds, cherries, and cream in every bite.

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EASY CHERRY PIE



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It's time to simplify your cherry pie prep. Make our Easy Cherry Pie with Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts and canned cherries, and get this delicious dessert in the oven with minimal effort. This four-ingredient treat is perfect for holiday celebrations or a family gathering any time of the year. Reimagine your homemade cherry pie recipe and discover a fuss-free way to make this classic dish.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box
2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling
1 teaspoon milk
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Make pie crusts as directed on box for Two-Crust Pie, using 9-inch glass pie plate.
  • Spoon pie filling into crust-lined plate. Top with second crust; seal edge and flute. Brush top crust with milk; sprinkle with sugar. Cut slits in several places on top crust.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until crust is golden brown. After 15 to 20 minutes of baking, cover crust edge with strips of foil to prevent excessive browning. Cool at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 30 g, TransFat 0 g

CHERRY ALMOND PIE



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I grew up in northern Michigan, where three generations of my family have been cherry producers. This traditional cherry pie makes a mouthwatering dessert that always gets rave reviews.-Ramona Pleva, Lincoln Park, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups pitted canned or frozen tart red cherries
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter
Pinch salt
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon red food coloring, optional
Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)

Steps:

  • Drain cherries, reserving 2/3 cup juice in a saucepan; discard remaining juice. To the juice, add the cherries, sugar, butter and salt. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cherry mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat; stir in the almond extract and food coloring if desired. Cool. , Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; add filling. Make a lattice crust. Trim, seal and flute edges. Bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHERRY PIE WITH ALMOND CRUMB TOPPING



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This delicious and super easy cherry pie features a crunchy, streusel-like topping.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Cherry Pie Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust (see footnote for recipe link)
½ cup slivered almonds
½ cup light brown sugar
⅓ cup rolled oats
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 pounds cherries, pitted
½ lemon, juiced
⅓ cup white sugar, or more to taste
¼ cup cornstarch

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Roll out pie crust and lay into a 9-inch pie pan.
  • Combine almonds, brown sugar, oats, flour, and salt in a large bowl. Work butter into the almond mixture with your fingers, breaking up any large pieces, until incorporated completely. Cover and chill for 15 minutes.
  • Combine cherries, lemon juice, white sugar, and cornstarch. Stir until well coated and no dry lumps remain, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Pour cherries and any accumulated juices into the prepared pie pan. Press down into the pan. Crumble oat mixture over the top. Place the pan on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cherries are bubbling and the crust and crumble topping are browned, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3565 calories, Carbohydrate 502.5 g, Cholesterol 183.2 mg, Fat 167.4 g, Fiber 39.2 g, Protein 42.7 g, SaturatedFat 62.9 g, Sodium 3213.6 mg, Sugar 305.6 g

CHERRY ALMOND MOUSSE PIE



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Treat your loved ones to a luscious pie with chocolate, cherries and nuts in a creamy vanilla mousse. It's a sweet yet refreshing dessert. -Dorothy Pritchett, Wills Point, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1/2 teaspoon almond extract, divided
1 frozen pie shell (9 inches), baked
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup cold water
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds
Chopped chocolate, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over low heat, cook and stir 1/2 cup milk and the chocolate until chocolate is melted and mixture is thickened, about 4 minutes. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon extract. Pour into pie shell; set aside. , Set aside eight whole cherries for garnish. Chop the remaining cherries; set aside. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in water and remaining milk. Beat in pudding mix and remaining extract. Fold in whipped cream. Stir in chopped cherries and almonds. , Pour over pie. Chill 4 hours or until set. Garnish with whole cherries and, if desired, chopped chocolate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CHERRY-ALMOND PIE



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Fresh cherries and almonds are a simple combination that works remarkably well! I like my pie a little less sweet, so adjust accordingly.

Provided by lunalady

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Cherry Pie Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ cup butter, cubed
½ cup sliced almonds
ice water
2 cups pitted fresh tart cherries, halved, or more to taste
½ cup white sugar, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon almond extract, or more to taste
1 tablespoon amaretto liqueur, or more to taste
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine flour and sugar for crust in a bowl. Cut in butter using hands to mix and mush until thoroughly combined and mixture resembles tiny pebbles or cornmeal. Stir in almonds. Sprinkle with ice water until dough holds together in a ball. Cover in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Toss cherries, sugar, and salt for filling together in a bowl.
  • Combine almond extract, amaretto, and cornstarch in a separate bowl until smooth; add to cherry mixture and mix well.
  • Roll out refrigerated crust dough using a lightly floured rolling pin on a lightly floured work surface to desired thickness. Press into the bottom of an 8-inch pie pan.
  • Bake crust in the preheated oven until set, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove crust from the oven and fill with cherry mixture. Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bake pie in the hot oven until edges of dough are golden and filling is bubbly, 35 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.3 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 155.2 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

CHERRY ALMOND CREAMY CHEESE PIE



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Make and share this Cherry Almond Creamy Cheese Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Pie

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup flour
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 cup almonds, crushed
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1 cup sugar
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 can cherry pie filling
3 teaspoons almond liqueur (divided)

Steps:

  • Mix flour, butter and almonds to make crust and press into an 8 in pie pan.
  • Bake at 350 deg for about 15 minutes or until brown.
  • Mix sugar, 2 teaspoon almond liquor and cream cheese together thoroughly till creamy. Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Put mixture into pie shell. Mix 1 teaspoon of almond liquour with cherry pie filling. Top cheese mixture with cherry pie filling.
  • Chill 2 hours or overnight.

Tips:

  • Use cold butter: When making the crust, it's important to use cold butter. This will help the crust to be flaky and tender.
  • Don't overmix the dough: When mixing the dough, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing will make the crust tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Before baking the crust, chill it for at least 30 minutes. This will help the crust to hold its shape.
  • Use ripe cherries: When making the cherry filling, it's important to use ripe cherries. This will give the filling the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the filling: When cooking the cherry filling, be careful not to overcook it. Overcooking will make the filling tough.
  • Let the pie cool before serving: Before serving the pie, let it cool for at least 30 minutes. This will help the filling to set and the pie to be easier to slice.

Conclusion:

This almond crust cherry cream pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. The almond crust is flaky and tender, the cherry filling is sweet and tart, and the cream cheese filling is rich and creamy. This pie is perfect for any occasion, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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