Cherry-Berry Streusel Delight
Inspired by the delightful flavors of two beloved pies, this Cherry-Berry Streusel Delight combines luscious tart cherries and sweet blueberries under a buttery, crunchy streusel topping. Starting with a classic cherry pie filling recipe and adding a twist with blueberry pie filling, this dessert is reminiscent of a favorite local bakery treat. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, this pie is sure to impress and can also be made as a crisp if you lack a pie crust. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it's a comforting dessert that captures the essence of summer in every bite.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
2/3 cup (Granulated)
Cornstarch
2 tablespoons
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Butter
1/2 tablespoon (Softened)
Tart cherries
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can (Pitted and drained)
Almond extract
2-3 drops
Vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon
Blueberry pie filling
1 (21 ounce) can (Comstock or similar brand)
Pie crust
1 single-crust 9 inch (Homemade or store-bought)
Flour
1 1/4 cups
Light brown sugar
6 tablespoons (Packed)
Granulated sugar
1/4 cup
Cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Butter
1/2 cup (Softened but not melted)
Vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt to create the filling mixture.
3
Drain the tart cherries and reserve 1/4 cup of the cherry juice. Set the cherries aside. In a small bowl, mix the reserved juice with almond extract and vanilla.
4
Pour the cherry juice mixture into the dry filling ingredients and stir until well combined. Add the softened butter to the mixture, using a fork to break it into small pieces that incorporate into the filling.
5
Fold in the drained cherries and let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to thicken and develop flavors.
6
While the filling is resting, prepare the streusel. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
7
Add in the softened butter and vanilla. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
8
After the filling has rested, gently fold in the blueberry pie filling, ensuring even distribution of the fruits.
9
Pour the combined filling into the pre-prepared pie crust, smoothing it out evenly. Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over the filling.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the streusel is golden brown.
11
If you opt to bake without a crust, adjust the baking time to 40-45 minutes, checking for bubbling and browning.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry-Berry Streusel Delight?
It is a dessert inspired by cherry and blueberry pies, featuring a fruit filling and a buttery, crunchy streusel topping.
What fruits are used in the filling?
The recipe uses 14.5 ounces of tart cherries and 21 ounces of blueberry pie filling.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How much cherry juice should I reserve after draining?
You should reserve 1/4 cup of the cherry juice to mix with the extracts.
What extracts are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for both almond extract and vanilla extract.
How long should the cherry filling rest before adding the blueberries?
The mixture should sit for 15 minutes to thicken and develop flavors.
What ingredients are in the streusel topping?
The streusel consists of flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, salt, softened butter, and vanilla.
How do I mix the streusel butter into the dry ingredients?
You can use a pastry blender or two knives to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Can I use a store-bought pie crust?
Yes, you can use either a homemade or a store-bought single-crust 9-inch pie crust.
How long does the pie need to bake?
The pie should bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
Can this recipe be made without a pie crust?
Yes, it can be made as a crisp by omitting the crust and adjusting the baking time.
What is the baking time if I omit the crust?
If baking without a crust, the time should be adjusted to 40-45 minutes.
What is the best way to serve Cherry-Berry Streusel Delight?
It is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Should the butter for the filling be melted?
No, the butter should be softened and broken into small pieces with a fork into the filling mixture.
What brand of blueberry filling is suggested?
The recipe suggests Comstock or a similar high-quality brand.
What is the thickening agent for the fruit filling?
Cornstarch is used as the thickening agent for the filling.
How much sugar is in the filling versus the topping?
The filling uses 2/3 cup of sugar, while the topping uses 6 tablespoons of light brown sugar and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
What size can of tart cherries is needed?
A 14 1/2 ounce can of pitted tart cherries is required.
What spice is added to the streusel?
Cinnamon is added to the streusel for flavor.
Is the blueberry filling added at the same time as the cherries?
No, the blueberry filling is gently folded in after the cherry mixture has rested for 15 minutes.
Should I use salted or unsalted butter?
The recipe specifies butter and includes additional salt in both the filling and the topping.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 16 ingredients listed in total for the recipe.
What type of brown sugar is used?
The recipe calls for light brown sugar, packed.
How much flour is in the streusel?
The streusel topping requires 1 1/4 cups of flour.
Is this dessert suitable for summer?
Yes, it is described as a comforting dessert that captures the essence of summer.
Can I use almond extract in the streusel?
The recipe specifies vanilla extract for the streusel, while almond extract is used in the filling.
How do I know the streusel is mixed correctly?
It should resemble coarse crumbs once the butter is cut into the dry ingredients.
What kind of cherries should I buy?
Look for canned tart cherries that are already pitted.
How do I ensure even fruit distribution?
Gently fold the blueberry filling into the rested cherry mixture before pouring it into the crust.
Is the streusel topping sprinkled or pressed?
The streusel topping should be sprinkled generously over the filling.