When it comes to effortless elegance, this Lazy Cherry Pie recipe takes the cake—literally. Packed with sweet cherries and wrapped in a soft, buttery crust, it’s a dessert that tastes like you’ve spent hours in the kitchen, even if you haven’t. Perfect for busy bakers or anyone craving a slice of homemade indulgence without the hassle.
Lazy Cherry Pie Ingredients:
6 egg yolks
6 tablespoons sugar
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
6 egg whites, beaten stiff
2 pounds pitted cherries
1/4 cup ground biscuits (or breadcrumbs)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
Instructions:
Beat the egg yolks with the sugar until creamy. Add the softened butter and mix until smooth. Gradually incorporate the flour and gently fold in the stiff egg whites.
Divide the dough in half. Grease a square baking pan with butter and dust with flour. Roll out the first half of the dough and press it into the pan.
Spread the pitted cherries evenly over the dough and sprinkle with ground biscuits, sugar, and cinnamon. Cover with the remaining dough and brush the top with the beaten egg.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown, about 30–35 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with vanilla-scented sugar while still hot.
Cool slightly before cutting into squares. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
