Description
This Chocolate Cherry Pie is everything a dessert lover dreams of—sweet-tart cherries hugged by a velvety chocolate filling, all tucked into a flaky, buttery crust. It’s a beautiful fusion of two iconic flavors that feels indulgent but not over-the-top. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled straight from the fridge, this pie is guaranteed to disappear slice by slice. Perfect for holidays, special dinners, or when you just want to impress with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
For the crust:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
½ tsp salt
½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
4–5 tbsp ice water
For the filling:
1 (15 oz) can tart cherries in water, drained
½ cup cherry preserves or jam
½ cup sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp butter
For the topping (optional):
Extra chocolate chips or shavings
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
Make the crust: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or fork until crumbly. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until dough just comes together. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 mins.
Prepare filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cherries, cherry preserves, sugar, and cornstarch. Stir until thickened (about 5–7 mins). Remove from heat, stir in chocolate chips, vanilla, and butter. Let cool slightly.
Assemble: Roll out chilled dough and press into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour in the cherry-chocolate filling. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake: Bake for 35–40 mins, until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Cool before slicing.
Serve: Top with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dessert