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Almond Macaroon Cherry Pie Recipe

Indulge in this delightful Almond Macaroon Cherry Pie! A flaky, buttery crust cradles a sweet and tart cherry filling, topped with a crunchy almond macaroon crumble. This recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or a special weekend treat. The combination of sweet cherries and crunchy almond topping creates an unforgettable taste sensation.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 497.1 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Almond Macaroon Cherry Pie

  • one 9-inch pie crust
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt + pinch of salt
  • not specified (recipe uses fresh cherries to make the filling)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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  • not specified in recipe
  • 1 cup almond macaroon crumbs
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (1/2 cup for filling, 1/4 cup for topping)
  • not specified in recipe
  • not specified in recipe
  • 4 cups pitted fresh or frozen cherries
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

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How to Make Almond Macaroon Cherry Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out one 9-inch pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie plate.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups pitted fresh or frozen cherries, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Mix gently until combined.
  4. Pour the cherry filling into the prepared pie crust.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup almond macaroon crumbs, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted, and a pinch of salt. Mix until evenly moistened.
  6. Bake the pie for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the pie from the oven. Sprinkle the almond macaroon topping evenly over the cherry filling.
  8. Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 25-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling, and the topping is lightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

63g

Carbs

18g

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