Description
This homemade cherry pie filling is naturally sweetened with honey and flavored with almond extract for a bright, fresh taste. Perfect for pies, cheesecakes, yogurt, or as a topping for pancakes and waffles. Quick to make and freezer-friendly!
Ingredients
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3 cups pitted cherries (fresh or frozen, thawed)
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¼ cup raw honey
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 tablespoon arrowroot flour
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½ cup water
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½ teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, combine cherries, honey, and lemon juice over medium heat.
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In a small bowl, whisk together arrowroot flour and water until smooth.
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Add the arrowroot mixture to the pan and stir to combine.
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Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5–8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens.
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Remove from heat and stir in almond extract.
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Let cool before using, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Notes
You can substitute cornstarch for arrowroot flour if needed (same quantity).
This filling also freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American