Celebration-worthy treats are perfect ways to cap off days spent with those you love, whether there’s a special occasion or you’re simply looking for creative ways to share more moments together. As a beloved staple in American households for generations, pie provides a sweet, delicious way to bring family and friends to the table. 

U.S.-grown tart cherries are a particularly versatile ingredient that makes them an ideal partner for other beloved ingredients and flavors. In fact, as the demand for sour, less sweet food and beverages continues to gain momentum, they provide a multi-faceted, sweet-tart profile for favorite foods and drinks. While tart cherries are increasingly featured in a wide array of recipes, they remain a favorite ingredient in confectionary items and baked goods like pies. 

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Tart Cherry Unity Pie 

Recipe courtesy of the U.S. Tart Cherry Industry 

Prep time: 20 minutes 

Cook time: 55 minutes 

Servings: 8 

Pie: 

1       pie crust (9 inches) 

2       cups canned tart cherry pie filling 

2       cups canned apple pie filling 

1       egg, beaten (for egg wash) 

Streusel: 

1/2   cup all-purpose flour 

1/4   cup brown sugar 

2       tablespoons granulated sugar 

1/3   cup pecans, roughly chopped 

1       pinch salt

4       tablespoons butter, melted 

Whipped Cream: 

1      cup heavy cream 

2      tablespoons powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 400 F. 

Fit pie crust to 9-inch pie dish. Crimp edges and use fork to poke holes in bottom. Place pie crust in freezer to chill. 

In large bowl, combine tart cherry pie filling and apple pie filling. Set aside. 

To make streusel: In bowl, use fork to mix flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, pecans and salt. Pour butter over dry ingredients and mix until ingredients come together in clumps. 

To assemble pie: Pour cherry-apple filling into prepared pie crust and sprinkle streusel on top. Brush beaten egg onto exposed pie crust edges. 

Bake 25 minutes. At 10-minute mark, cover pie dish with foil to prevent crust from over-browning. After 25 minutes, lower oven temperature to 375 F and bake 30 minutes. 

To make whipped cream: In large bowl or bowl of stand mixer, add heavy cream and powdered sugar Use hand mixer or beater attachment on stand mixer to beat on medium-high speed 3-5 minutes until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate whipped cream until ready to serve. 

Let pie cool 2-3 hours then dollop whipped cream on top, slice and serve. 

Substitution: Store bought whipped cream can be used in place of homemade whipped cream.