PIE DOUGH
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup superfine sugar
4 tbsp cold unsalted butter, diced plus extra for greasing
1 beaten egg, plus for glazing
water, for sealing

FILLING
2 lb/900g pitted fresh or canned cherries, drained
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp almond extract
2 tsp cherry brandy
1/4 tsp allspice
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp cold unsalted butter, diced
freshly whipped cream or ice cream to serve