Cranberry-Apple Pie Recipe ๐ฅง
Overview:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the holiday season with this scrumptious Cranberry-Apple Pie recipe! Bursting with the tartness of fresh cranberries and the sweetness of ripe apples, this pie is a perfect balance of flavors. Whether it’s for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any weeknight treat, this dessert will surely impress your family and friends.
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 375.9 kcal
- Rating: โญโญโญโญโญ (5/5)
- Keywords: Dessert, Apple, Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 3 tart apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Heat your oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC). Preheating ensures that your pie bakes evenly and achieves that perfect golden crust.
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Prepare the Pastry:
- Roll out your pie pastry and line a 9-inch pie plate with it. You can use store-bought pastry or make your own if you prefer homemade goodness.
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Sugar and Flour Mixture:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and all-purpose flour. This mixture will add sweetness and help thicken the fruit juices as the pie bakes.
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Layer the Apples:
- Arrange half of the sliced apples in the prepared pastry-lined pie plate. The apples will form the delicious base of your pie, providing sweetness and texture.
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Add the Cranberries:
- Next, evenly distribute the fresh cranberries over the layer of apples. The tartness of the cranberries will complement the sweetness of the apples, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
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Sprinkle Sugar Mixture:
- Sprinkle the sugar and flour mixture over the cranberries. This step ensures that the filling is sweetened and thickened to perfection, enhancing the overall taste and texture of the pie.
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Layer the Remaining Apples:
- Arrange the remaining sliced apples on top of the cranberries. This layering technique ensures that every bite of the pie is filled with a delicious combination of fruit flavors.
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Dot with Margarine and Butter:
- Dot the top of the pie filling with small pieces of margarine and butter. These fats will melt as the pie bakes, adding richness and moisture to the filling.
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Top with Crust:
- Cover the pie filling with the top crust, making sure to cut slits in it to allow steam to escape during baking. Seal and flute the edges of the pie crust for a decorative finish.
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Protect the Edges:
- To prevent the edges of the crust from over-browning, cover them with a 2- to 3-inch strip of aluminum foil. Remove the foil during the last 15 minutes of baking to allow the edges to brown evenly.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling begins to bubble through the slits. Baking times may vary, so keep an eye on your pie as it bakes.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. For an extra special treat, serve warm slices of pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Enjoy the delightful flavors of cranberry and apple in every bite!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 375.9 kcal
- Fat: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 169.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Sugar: 49.6g
- Protein: 2.2g
Notes:
- For added convenience, you can use frozen cranberries if fresh ones are not available. Just be sure to thaw them before using in the recipe.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the pie filling according to your taste preferences. You can add more or less sugar depending on the tartness of the cranberries and apples.
- This Cranberry-Apple Pie is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a cozy weeknight dessert. It’s sure to become a family favorite!
