Christmas Cherry Pie
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🥘 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 5 minutes
🥧 Yield: 1 Pie
Description:
Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Christmas Cherry Pie recipe! Bursting with the flavors of tart cherries, sweet pineapple, and crunchy pecans, this tropical-infused dessert is a perfect addition to your holiday table. With its vibrant colors and irresistible taste, it’s sure to be a hit with your loved ones. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, leaving you more time to enjoy the festivities!
Ingredients:
- 1 can (approximately 15 ounces) tart cherries, drained (reserve 2 tablespoons juice)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 can (approximately 8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 package cherry gelatin
- 10-13 firm bananas, sliced
- 3/4 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 pre-made pie shell
- Food coloring (optional)
- Whipped topping (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Prepare Cherries: Start by draining the tart cherries, ensuring to reserve 2 tablespoons of the juice for later use.
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Combine Sugar and Flour: In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and flour, mixing them thoroughly.
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Add Pineapple and Cherries: Stir in the crushed pineapple along with the drained cherries and the reserved juice.
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Cook Mixture: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Allow it to cook and thicken for approximately 2 minutes.
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Remove from Heat: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat.
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Incorporate Gelatin: Add the cherry gelatin powder to the mixture, stirring until completely dissolved.
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Optional Coloring: If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to enhance the color of the filling.
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Partially Set: Allow the mixture to cool until it reaches a partially set consistency.
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Add Bananas and Pecans: Gently fold in the sliced bananas and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
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Fill Pie Shell: Pour the prepared filling into the pre-made pie shell, spreading it out evenly.
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Chill: Place the pie in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 3 hours, or until completely set.
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Serve: Once chilled, remove the pie from the refrigerator and garnish with a dollop of whipped topping before serving.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 3101.9
- Fat Content: 102.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 18.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1111.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 518.7g
- Fiber Content: 28.2g
- Sugar Content: 309.9g
- Protein Content: 57.5g
Embrace the joy of the season with this luscious Christmas Cherry Pie, a delightful treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
