Perfect Cherry Pies & Tarts: Baking Tips You’ll Love

By Bhavana Verma

Prepare the Filling Properly

Make sure cherries are pitted perfectly for a better texture.

Chill the Curst

Perfectly chilled crust makes a perfect flaky texture of the shells.

Control Sweetness

Balance sweetness with lemon juice and use sugar according to the sweetness of cherries.

Bake at the Right Temperature

Start with high heat then reduce the heat as the tart and pies bake.

Prevent a Soggy Bottom

Place pie on preheated baking sheet to keep it from being soggy. Add breadcumbs or almonds before adding the filling.