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This image shows a vegan cherry pie in a round dish, featuring a beautifully woven lattice crust that is golden brown and crispy, filled with vibrant red cherries that peek through the lattice.

Vegan Cherry Pie Recipe

This Vegan Cherry Pie is a sweet symphony of flaky crust and luscious cherry filling. With a simple homemade crust and a rich, juicy cherry center, this pie is perfect for any occasion. Whether rustic or decorative, this dessert is as delicious as it is stunning.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 people
Calories 249 kcal

Equipment

  • Pizza Cutter
  • Pastry cutter
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Pie plate
  • Fork

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Ice cold water
  • 8 tbsp vegan butter

Pie filling

  • 4 tbsp cornstarch
  • 5 cups frozen, pitted sweet cherries
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup sugar

Instructions
 

Crust For The Pie:

  • Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl.
    This image shows a clean workspace with pie crust ingredients such as flour, vegan butter, and a mixing bowl, ready to be combined into dough.
  • Cut in cubed butter until crumbly, then add ice water gradually while mixing with a fork until a dough forms.
    This image shows hands kneading soft, pliable dough on a floured surface, forming the base for the vegan cherry pie.
  • Divide into two discs, wrap in cling wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
    This image shows a rolling pin smoothing out the dough into a thin, even layer on a floured countertop, preparing it for the pie crust.

Filling For The Pie:

  • Cook cherries in a saucepan until they release liquid.
    This image shows a saucepan filled with bright red cherries simmering on the stove, releasing their juices and forming a luscious filling.
  • Remove cherries, reduce juice by half, and stir in sugar.
    This image shows a bubbling saucepan with cherry juice being reduced to a thick and glossy consistency, ready to combine with whole cherries.
  • Gradually whisk in cornstarch until dissolved.
  • Mix juice with cherries, add vanilla, and set aside.
    This image shows a bowl of cherries being mixed with juice, ensuring the cherries soak thoroughly to absorb the rich and tangy flavors, perfect for a flavorful dish.

Assembling The Pie:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Roll out one dough disc and place it in a pie plate, leaving an overhang.
    This image shows a pie pan lined with a rolled-out crust, edges trimmed and ready to be filled with the cherry mixture.
  • Fill with cherries.
    This image shows bright cherry filling being spooned into the prepared crust, spreading evenly to create a luscious layer.
  • Roll out the second dough disc, cut into strips for a lattice top, or cover with a plain crust, sealing edges and cutting vents.
    This image shows strips of dough being carefully woven into a lattice pattern on top of the pie, sealing the edges for a decorative finish.
  • Bake for 50 minutes on a cookie sheet.
    This image shows the cherry pie in the oven, the crust turning golden brown while the cherry filling bubbles gently through the lattice.
  • Cool and serve the pie.
    This image shows the freshly baked vegan cherry pie cooling on a wire rack, ready to be sliced and served as a delightful dessert.

Notes

  • Refrigerating the dough ensures a flaky crust; chill longer for best results.
  • A plain crust is simpler for beginners, while lattice adds an elegant touch.