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.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
2 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • ½ cup water

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 2 cups pitted fresh sour cherries

  • ½ cup white sugar

Directions

  1. Combine water and cornstarch in a small bowl; mix slurry until very few lumps remain.

  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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

56 Calories
0g Fat
14g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 56
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 6mg 6%
Calcium 9mg 1%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 98mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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