Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this traditional German Cherry Cake, also known as Cherry Custard Pie. A buttery crust is filled with a luscious custard and topped with tart cherries for a perfect balance of sweet and sour. This dessert is a true crowd-pleaser, whether served chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1–2 tablespoons cold water
For the Filling:
- 2 cups pitted sour cherries (fresh or jarred, drained)
- 1 1/4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter, then add egg yolk and water. Press into a pie pan and prebake.
- Make the custard: Whisk together milk, cream, sugar, eggs, cornstarch, and vanilla. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Assemble and bake: Arrange cherries on the crust, then pour custard over them. Bake until set.
- Cool and serve: Let the pie cool, then chill before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- You can use sweet cherries, adjusting sugar to taste. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
