Vegan Sour Cherry Pie

This vegan sour cherry pie is sweet, tangy, and perfectly nostalgic. Frozen sour cherries simmer into a bright, jammy filling that sets with vanilla pudding powder, all tucked into a crisp sweet crust. Chill it well and you’ll get clean slices with that gorgeous ruby-red center.

Total Time
30 min
Difficulty
Servings
10 servings
Allergens: Gluten

Crust Instructions

  1. Prepare the sweet vegan pie dough according to its recipe, fit it into a pie dish, and chill.
  2. Blind bake the crust if your dough recipe recommends it (this helps keep it crisp under the filling). Let it cool completely before filling.

Sour Cherry Filling Instructions

  1. Add the frozen sour cherries and sugar to a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the cherries release their juice and the mixture comes to a simmer.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk the vanilla pudding powder with the water until completely smooth.
  3. Stir the pudding mixture into the cherries. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thick and glossy.
  4. Remove from the heat and let it cool for about 10 minutes (it will thicken more as it cools).

Assemble and Chill Instructions

  1. Pour the slightly cooled sour cherry filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the top.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until fully set and sliceable.
  3. Slice and serve.
  4. Store covered in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.

Notes

  • This one is intentionally sweet to balance sour cherries — if your cherries are less tart, reduce sugar a bit.
  • Let the filling cool slightly before pouring so the crust stays crisp.
  • Chilling time matters for clean slices — overnight is ideal.
  • Top with vegan whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar if you like.

Equipment Needed

  • Pie Dish
  • Oven
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Whisk
  • Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Kitchen Scale
  • Measuring Cups
  • Knife
  • Food Storage Container