History and origin of Cherry Almond Pie
Cherry almond pie is a traditional dessert that has won over palates in various regions of the world, especially in Latin America and the United States. Its origin dates back to ancient European traditions of preparing fruit tarts, which were adapted with local ingredients as settlers arrived in America. In different Latin American countries, this dessert goes by various names; for example, in Mexico it is simply known as "cherry tart," while in countries like Argentina and Chile, it is often called "cherry cake" or "fruit tart." The combination of sweet cherries with the characteristic flavor of almond provides a perfect balance between acidity and sweetness, making this pie a favorite choice for celebrations and family gatherings.
How to prepare Cherry Almond Pie
Cherry almond pie is a delicious and easy-to-prepare dessert that combines the softness of sweet cherries with the aromatic touch of almond liqueur and the crunchy texture of the coconut topping. Below we show you how to make it step by step.
Ingredients: Sugar, cornstarch, sweet cherries, almond-flavored liqueur, pre-baked 9-inch pie crusts, flour, butter, and shredded coconut.
Steps:
Combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan.
The amount of sugar depends on the sweetness of the cherries and how sweet you like the pie; I use 1/2 cup.
Add the cherries and the liqueur.
Cook and stir over low heat until the mixture thickens.
Spoon the mixture onto the pre-baked pie crusts.
Prepare the topping: combine flour and sugar and mix with butter using a pastry cutter, until a coarse crumb texture is achieved.
Incorporate the coconut.
Sprinkle over the top of the pie, leaving a 5 cm (2-inch) border uncovered in the center.
Bake at 190 degrees Celsius (375 degrees Fahrenheit) for 10 to 12 minutes or until the coconut is toasted.
