Sugar Free Cherry Pie Squares
Sugar Free Cherry Pie Squares: Are you tired of feeling guilty every time you indulge in a sweet treat? Well, say goodbye to that guilt and hello to the deliciousness of sugar-free cherry pie squares! These delectable bites are not only guilt-free, but also packed with all the mouth-watering flavors of a classic cherry pie. Made with wholesome ingredients and without any added sugars, these squares are a guilt-free indulgence that you won’t be able to resist.
How to Make Sugar Free Cherry Pie Squares
EASY CHERRY PIE BARS INGREDIENT LIST-full recipe below in recipe card
SUGAR FREE CHERRY PIE FILLING
- 6 cups frozen mixed cherries or fresh cherries
- 1 cup Swerve
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch
PIE CRUST INGREDIENT LIST
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup shortening
- 9 to 10 tablespoons cold water
CHERRY PIE TOPPING INGREDIENT LIST
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- ground cinnamon
SUGAR FREE CHERRY PIE SQUARES INSTRUCTIONS
CHERRY PIE FILLING INSTRUCTIONS
- In a medium saucepan, add the frozen sour cherries, Swerve, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir together.
- Cook on medium heat until mixture becomes thick (like canned cherry pie filling), about 10 minutes.
- Allow the mixture to come to room temperature while you make the pie crust (see link below).
- Preheat oven to 400°.
- Divide dough into 2 portions, one larger than the other.
- Roll larger portion into a 13×13-inch square.
- Place in the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish, press up the sides, and trim edges.
- Add trimmed edges to remaining dough.
- Roll remaining dough into a 10×11-inch piece. Cut into 12 strips.
- Add strips in a lattice pattern, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Bake 30-35 minutes (in a preheated oven) or until bubbly. CHECK AT THE 15-MINUTE MARK. If the pie is getting too brown, loosely cover with foil.
HOMEMADE PIE CRUST INSTRUCTIONS
- Add the flour and salt to a medium bowl; stir to combine.
- Using a pastry cutter or a fork and knife, cut in the shortening until the pieces are the size of small peas.
- Sprinkle water over flour mixture; starting with 6 tablespoons.
- Work the water into the dough.
- Add more water a tablespoon at a time until the dough is moist.
- Divide into two dough balls.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to the desired size.
Cherries—Cherry Pie Filling
For this cherry pie recipe, I used frozen mixed cherries. This mix has sour and sweet cherries. Kind of like when I make an apple pie. I love mixing it up and putting together tart and sweet apples. If you are fortunate enough to live in an area with cherry trees, then use fresh….FRESH is always better.
Cherry Pie Dough
Tart cherries paired with the pie crust are perfect on a napkin. PIE DOUGH: I used My Perfect Every Time 10-Minute Pie Crust. Typical pie squares or cherry pie bars are made with a cookie-like crust. I wanted to treat these sugar-free cherry pie squares as a traditional pie, so I used my favorite pie dough recipe. Next time you’re in the mood to make a pie, try this delicious recipe.
More Pie Crust Options
Have you been making the same pie crust forever? Well…..it’s time to change it up! Like making a Spiced Nut pie dough, or have you ever thought about mixing a dry pudding mix into your pie dough? Also included a couple of recipes that don’t need to be rolled….just press and create!
7 Pie Dough Recipes
Perfect Every Time 10 Minute Pie Crust
A tender, easy, no fail crust that can be used for any dessert that calls for a pie crust.
How to Freeze Homemade Cherry Pie
Most pies freeze well, whether raw or cooked. However, custard-filled pies do not tend to freeze well. When freezing a fruit pie, you’ll get the best results by freezing a combination of cooked fruit filling in a raw pastry.
WHOLE RAW PIE: Place uncovered pie on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about two hours, before wrapping in a layer or two of plastic wrap and foil. For added protection from freezer burn, place in a resealable bag or airtight container.
WHOLE BAKED PIE: Place uncovered completely cooled pie on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about two hours, before wrapping in a layer or two of plastic wrap and foil. For added protection from freezer burn, place in a resealable bag or airtight container.
SLICED BAKED PIE: Place cooled pie squares on a baking sheet and freeze until solid before wrapping in plastic wrap and foil. For added protection from freezer burn, place in a resealable bag or airtight container.
LIGHTER VERSION OF THE SUGAR FREE CHERRY PIE SQUARES OPTION
Yes, creating a sugar-free dessert is amazing, but let’s take that even further. Instead of a high-carb pie dough, let’s add a sugar-free crumble topping. Even though the first option includes flour, it’s only 1/3 cup compared to 2 cups for the pie crust.
SUGAR FREE STREUSEL OPTION #1:
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons packed Swerve brown sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, Swerve brown sugar, and salt.
- Add butter, toss with a fork to combine.
- Sprinkle streusel over the pie filling.
- Bake in a preheated 350° oven until golden brown.
SUGAR FREE STREUSEL PROTEIN POWDER OPTION #2:
- 1/3 cup your favorite vanilla protein powder
- 3 tablespoons packed Swerve brown sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- In a small bowl, stir together the protein powder, Swerve brown sugar, and salt.
- Add the butter and toss with a fork to combine.
- Sprinkle streusel over the top of the cherry pie.
- Bake in a preheated 350° oven until golden brown.
How to Store Leftover Homemade Pie
Fruit pies keep at room temperature for two days; you can store them, loosely covered, in the refrigerator for up to two days longer. (In warm climates, always store fruit pies in the refrigerator.)
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ABOUT SUGAR SUBSTITUTES
WHAT IS SWERVE?
Swerve is advertised as “the ultimate sugar replacement”. It has no calories or net carbs. Plus, it is certified non-GMO and doesn’t raise your blood sugar levels.
Swerve bakes, tastes, and measures cup-for-cup like regular sugar. It comes in granular and confectioners’ sugar forms, as well as in individual packets.
Unlike artificial sweeteners such as aspartame, saccharin, and sucralose, Swerve Sweetener is made from natural ingredients, all sourced from the United States and France.
Furthermore, unlike natural sweeteners such as stevia and monk fruit, Swerve is ideal for baking, as it caramelizes and holds its shape like sugar.
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Sugar Free Cherry Pie Squares
The perfect handheld cherry pie.
Ingredients
For the Sugar Free Cherry Pie Squares:
- 6 cups frozen or fresh mixed cherries
- 1 cup swerve
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the Pie Crust:
- Link Below↓
For the Topping:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- ground cinnamon
Instructions
For the Pie Squares:
- In a medium saucepan, add the frozen cherries, Swerve, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Stir together.
- Cook on medium heat until mixture becomes thick (like canned cherry pie filling), about 10 minutes.
- Allow the mixture to come to room temperature while you make the pie crust (see link below).
- Preheat oven to 400°.
- Divide dough into 2 portions, one larger than the other.
- Roll larger portion into a 13x13-inch square.
- Place in the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking pan, press up the sides, and trim edges.
- Add trimmed edges to remaining dough.
- Roll remaining dough into a 10x11-inch piece. Cut into 12 strips.
- Add strips in a lattice pattern, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Bake 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. CHECK AT THE 15-MINUTE MARK. If the pie is getting too brown, loosely cover with foil.
For the Pie Crust:
CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE→PERFECT EVERY TIME 10 MINUTE PIE CRUST
Notes
HOW TO FREEZE HOMEMADE CHERRY PIE
Most pies freeze well, whether raw or cooked. However, custard-filled pies do not tend to freeze well. When freezing a fruit pie, you'll get the best results by freezing a combination of cooked fruit filling in a raw pastry.
WHOLE RAW PIE: Place uncovered pie on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about two hours, before wrapping in a layer or two of plastic wrap and foil. For added protection from freezer burn, place in a resealable bag or airtight container.
WHOLE BAKED PIE: Place uncovered, completely cooled pie on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about two hours, before wrapping in a layer or two of plastic wrap and foil. For added protection from freezer burn, place in a resealable bag or airtight container.
SLICED BAKED PIE: Place cooled pie squares on a baking sheet and freeze until solid before wrapping in plastic wrap and foil. For added protection from freezer burn, place in a resealable bag or airtight container.
The pie looks amazing, but your instructions are not clear. Why do you have crust in a 10 × 13 and something in a 8 × 8 and then you roll the rest of the pie crust out to cut into strips for the 10 × 13. What’s in the 8 × 8 ???
Hi Cheryl, One portion of the dough is rolled into a 13×13-inch square. Larger than the pan to fit up the sides. The second portion of the dough is rolled into a 10×11-inch piece and cut into strips to fit across the top of the pie. This all fits into a 8×8-inch pan.
can you use any sweetener?
Hi Ashley, Yes, Use your favorite sweetener even regular granulated sugar will work.