The first cherry pie recorded was baked for Elizabeth I.

[1][3][4] Cherry pies are associated with Europe and North America, having been mentioned in the lyrics of American folk songs such as "Billy Boy".

Due to the cherry harvest in midsummer coinciding with Canada Day on July 1 and America's Independence Day on July 4, cherry pie is often served on these holidays.

A common preparation tradition in the United States is to decorate the crust with ornate pastry patterns.

In April 2019, the FDA proposed eliminating these standards.