Mustard Free Classic Cherry Pie

Few desserts hit quite like a homemade cherry pie with a shatteringly flaky, buttery crust and a filling that's jammy, tart, and just sweet enough. The good news for anyone navigating condiment allergies is that a classic fruit pie like this is naturally free of the sneaky ingredients that tend to show up in processed and packaged foods — no emulsifiers, no spice blends, no hidden additives to second-guess. Every component here is straightforward: flour, butter, fresh or frozen tart cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and a splash of lemon juice to brighten the whole thing up. A touch of almond extract in the filling is the secret weapon, deepening the cherry flavor in a way that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did. The two-stage bake — starting hot, then dropping the temperature — gives you that deep golden crust without burning the edges, while the cornstarch-thickened filling sets up beautifully after a proper rest on the cooling rack. Patience during that two-hour cool is genuinely rewarded when you cut a clean, glossy slice that holds its shape on the plate. This is the kind of pie that disappears fast, so consider yourself warned.

About Fig

Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.

Learn more →