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Cherry Cream Pie with a Granola Crust

May 1, 2019 By betsy 8 Comments

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Cherry Cream Pie with a granola crust is a hassle-free take on classic cherry pie! Nearly no-bake, using granola makes a light and crispy crust that goes perfectly with creamy pie filling and bursts of cherry! slice of cherry cream pie on a gray plate next to whole pie

**This post was last updated in 2019**

It’s summer time which means it’s cherry season everywhere. My local farmers market is busting at the seams with cherries which I wouldn’t normally buy a lot of since I can be lazy, and hate dealing with the pits.

Cherry Cream Pie With A Granola Crust

Thanks to my Oxo cherry pitter, that task is not such an issue anymore. I bought several pounds of cherries lately, pitting them like a champion, and have been brainstorming new ways to use them. 

bowl of granola and fresh cherries in front of cream pie

The inspiration for this pie actually came from the lovely folks at Sunbelt Bakery. They recently sent me some granola cereal to try out, and instead of just eating it for breakfast, I wanted to try to use it in recipes instead. (I’m more of an avocado on toast breakfast person).

Of course cherry pie is a classic, but I thought, “why not make a granola crust?” After realizing I couldn’t make a traditional baked pie with a granola crust (the granola would burn if you cooked it long enough to cook the inside) the recipe morphed into a cherry cream pie.

Slice of cherry cream pie being lifted on a spatula

This pie is practically no bake. Just a few minutes in the oven for the crust, but otherwise it’s a mix-and-pour recipe. My favorite!

When I updated this post in 2019, I switched from a regular pie plate to a springform pan, but either vessel works wonderfully.

If you have leftover pie filling, just toss it in the freezer! It freezes perfectly for use at another time.

slice of cherry cream pie with bite out of it on a gray plate

 

If you give this recipe a try, I’d love to see it! Tag me @betsylife on Facebook or Instagram and I’ll share your creations!

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Cherry Cream Pie with a Granola Crust

Impress a crowd with this super easy showstopper! Cherry Cream Pie with a granola crust is a hassle-free take on classic cherry pie! Granola makes a light and crispy crust that goes perfectly with creamy pie filling and bursts of cherry!

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cool whip pie, cream pie recipe
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 23 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 662 kcal
Author betsy

Ingredients

For the crust

  • 2 cups granola
  • 5 tablespoons butter melted

For the pie filling

  • 5 to 6 cups fresh pitted cherries about 2 1/2 to 3 pounds
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

For the pie

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz. frozen whipped topping thawed
  • granola pie crust
  • 16 oz cherry pie filling

Instructions

Make the pie crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F

  2. Pulse the granola in a food processor until it has a less chunky, more crumbly consistency. Mix the melted butter and granola then press into the bottom of a 9 inch pie plate. Bake for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees until golden brown. Cool.

Make the pie filling

  1. Meanwhile, In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cherries, water, lemon juice, sugar and cornstarch. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes. Stir in almond extract. Cool slightly before using as a topping.

Assemble the pie

  1. In an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and the powdered sugar until combined. Add vanilla and beat 2 minutes. Gently fold in whipped topping. Transfer mixture into the pie crust. Top the filling with the cherries. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Cherry Cream Pie with a Granola Crust
Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
Calories 662 Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 196mg8%
Potassium 669mg19%
Carbohydrates 109g36%
Fiber 6g24%
Sugar 67g74%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 885IU18%
Vitamin C 16.7mg20%
Calcium 118mg12%
Iron 2.3mg13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. Beth F. says

    August 5, 2012 at 9:49 am

    Looks wonderful! Did you use bing cherries here? I’m more of a sour cherry fan, and wonder if canned (unsweetened) tart cherries can be used instead… Thanks!

    Reply
    • betsy says

      August 6, 2012 at 9:25 am

      I’m sure tart cherries would be great! Let me know how it turns out

      Reply
  2. Debbie says

    September 9, 2012 at 6:41 pm

    can you use cherry pie filing when cherries are not in season?

    Reply
    • betsy says

      September 10, 2012 at 8:52 am

      I’m sure that would work just fine

      Reply
  3. paula says

    November 5, 2012 at 9:50 am

    I bought 10# frozen tart cherries. Would these work as well? Looks awesome!

    Reply
    • betsy says

      November 8, 2012 at 11:43 pm

      I’m sure they would! Gook luck

      Reply
  4. lena says

    May 17, 2013 at 11:12 pm

    chocolate dipped cherries?

    Reply

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