Cherry pie is a type of pastry that is enjoyed by many people due to its sweet and irresistible taste. It is made from a mixture of cherries, butter, white sugar, cornstarch, and water. Additionally, it can also contain other ingredients such as eggs and baking powder.
Not only is cherry pie delicious, but it is also easy to make and nutritious.
Ingredients:
Fresh cherries
Butter
White sugar
Cornstarch
Water
Eggs (optional)
Baking powder (optional)
Salt
Instructions:
1. Wash and pit the cherries. Place them in a bowl and add 25g of sugar. Mix well and let it marinate for 3 hours.
2. Combine 100g of cherry juice, 30g of sugar, and cornstarch in a pot. Cook over low heat until it thickens, then set it aside to cool.
3. Soften the butter and mix it with low-gluten flour, 15g of white sugar, egg yolk, water, and salt to form a dough. Place the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
4. Roll the refrigerated dough into a round shape and place it in a pie mold. Use a rolling pin to flatten the surface and make small holes at the bottom with a fork.
5. Preheat the oven to 190°C and bake the pie for 30 minutes on the middle layer, upper and lower fires.
6. After the pie skin has cooled, add the marinated cherries and pour the thick liquid from step 2 evenly on top. Serve and enjoy.
Benefits of Cherries:
Cherries are a fruit that is well-known and loved by many due to their sweet and small size. In addition to their delicious taste, cherries are also beneficial for our health.
1. Anti-anemia and promotes blood production: Cherries are high in iron, which is the raw material for hemoglobin and myoglobin synthesis. Regular consumption of cherries can help supplement the body's iron needs, prevent iron-deficiency anemia, and enhance physical fitness and brain function.
2. Skin beautification: Cherries contain high levels of protein, sugar, phosphorus, carotene, vitamin C, and iron. Cherry juice can be used to rub the face, which can help make the skin rosy, tender, and white, and reduce wrinkles and spots.
Improves sleep quality: Tart cherries are a rich source of melatonin, which helps regulate the body's circadian rhythm and promotes natural sleep.
3. Protects Vision: Cherries contain high levels of vitamin A, which is important for eye health. Regular consumption of cherries can protect eyesight and prevent vision loss, especially for people who spend a lot of time using computers.
4. Supports brain health: Tart cherries contain phytonutrients that protect the brain from oxidative damage and prevent loss of neurological function.
5. Relieves joint pain and gout: Cherries can help decrease the level of uric acid in the blood, which is an important factor in the occurrence and progression of gout. Cherries can also help prevent and control infectious diseases and relieve pain caused by inflammation.
