Description
Cranberry Apple Pie is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, featuring a buttery crust enveloping juicy apples and vibrant cranberries. This classic dessert fills your home with an irresistible aroma, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. With its stunning visual appeal and comforting taste, this pie is sure to become a cherished tradition in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 4 cups mixed apples (2 cups Granny Smith, 2 cups Honeycrisp), sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp butter, diced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash cranberries and slice apples.
- In a bowl, combine apples, cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
- Roll out the pie crust into a pie dish. Add the fruit filling evenly.
- Top with another layer of crust; cut slits for steam vents or create a lattice top.
- Bake on a baking sheet for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nutmeg or trying different apple varieties. To prevent a soggy crust, slightly pre-bake the bottom layer before adding filling.