Cherry and Cinnamon Pie
8 servings
45 minutes
Cherry and cinnamon pie is a fragrant and delicate treat popular in Russian cuisine. Its history begins in traditional home recipes where sour berries were combined with sweet dough to create the perfect balance of flavors. Cherry adds juiciness and a slight tartness to the pie, while cinnamon provides a warm, spicy aroma that makes it especially cozy. This pie is ideal for family tea gatherings, cozy evenings, or celebrations. With its airy kefir dough and crispy crust, it pleasantly surprises with its texture. It can be served as a standalone dessert or with sour cream or vanilla ice cream to enhance the flavor nuances.
1
Beat the eggs with sugar.
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
- Sugar: 1 glass
2
Add kefir and continue whisking.
- Kefir: 1 glass
3
Add baking soda, cinnamon, and vanilla sugar.
- Baking soda reacted with acid: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: pinch
- Vanilla sugar: to taste
4
Add flour and mix well.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
5
Grease the baking tray with butter and sprinkle with semolina.
- Butter: 50 g
- Semolina: 2 tablespoons
6
Place cherries on a baking sheet and evenly pour the batter on top.
- Cherry (sour): 400 g
7
Place in a preheated oven at 180 degrees.
8
Bake for 40–45 minutes (until golden brown).
