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Apple cranberry pie is a tart alternative to the classic apple pie. Follow these step-by-step instructions to make this delicious apple and cranberry goodness.
I started with my easy pie crust recipe and used granny smith apples along with frozen cranberries. But if you have fresh cranberries, go ahead and use them. The bake time is the same. While my son loves this pie my daughter prefers the peanut butter pie. At Thanksgiving, they get both!
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π Ingredients for cranberry apple pie:
- Pie Crust
- Apples - (I use Granny Smith) Peeled, cored and sliced thin
- Cranberries - Fresh or frozen cranberries are okay. Fresh is best but use frozen if that is all you can find
- Flour
- Lemon zest
- Cinnamon
- Salt
- Butter - cut into small pieces
Scroll down to the recipe at the bottom for quantities.
π₯§ Apple cranberry pie recipe instructions:
- Roll out pie crust and line the bottom of a pie pan with the dough.
- Combine the apples, tart cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, all-purpose flour, finely grated lemon zest, salt thoroughly in a bowl. I love adding a hint of salt to sweet items! It just enhances the flavors!
- Fill your crust lined pie plate with the apple cranberry pie filling and dot with the butter. It is a running joke in our house that we always forget the butter! Because, we alway do! Just don't forget the butter.
- Roll out a second pie crust dough and top the pie. I decorated this one by cutting out little circles. I am also a big fan of lattice topped pies. Check out how easy it is!
- Fold the top crust over the bottom crust and crimp closed.
- Cover the edges of the pie with aluminum foil.
- Bake at 425 for 45 minutes. Lower the temperature to 400, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minute or until your homemade cranberry apple pie is golden brown, and the filling is bubbling and.
π₯§ Homemade Pie Crust Rolling Tips:
- When rolling out your pie dough, remember that flour is your friend and to take your time. Rolling out pie dough is not a race.
- To ensure your bottom pie crust is large enough to fill the pie plate, place the pie plate on top of the rolled out crust. If the dough extends a few inches beyond the dish, you are good to go.
π©βπ³ Chef Tip:
Bake and cool the pie completely, wrap in several layers of plastic wrap, and freeze. Allow the pie to thaw in the refrigerator and then come to room temperature before slicing to serve.
Storage tips βοΈ
Cover the top of the pie with plastic wrap or foil. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Can this be made ahead of time?
The buttery pie dough can alsobe preparedahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.Be sure to wrap it well in several layers of plastic wrap and then allow the dough to thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Why you should make this apple pie recipe
You should make this apple pie recipe because it features a flaky pie crust that adds a texture to the dessert. By following this recipe, you'll create a homemade apple cranberry pie that is undoubtedly better than any store bought alternative.
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Apple Cranberry Pie Recipe
Sarah Mock
Follow my step by step instructions to create a delicious Apple Cranberry Pie Recipe. This is a two crust pie. Add a layer of tart to your apple pie with the addition of fresh cranberries.
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Prep time for the recipePrep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook time for the recipeCook Time 1 hour hr
total time to prep and cook the recipe.Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Course Dessert Recipes
Cuisine American
Makes 10
Per Serving 214 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Pie Crust
- 1 Β½ pounds tart apples (Granny Smith Peeled, cored and sliced thin)
- 1 cup cranberries
- ΒΎ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ΒΌ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (cut into small pieces)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425.
Roll out pie crust and line the bottom of a pie plate with the dough.
Combine the apples, cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, all-purpose flour, finely grated lemon zest, salt thoroughly in a bowl. I love adding a hint of salt to sweet items! It just enhances the flavors!
Fill your crust lined pie plate with the apple cranberry mixture and dot with the butter.
Roll out a second ball of pie dough and top the pie.
Fold the top crust over the bottom crust and crimp closed.
Cover the edges of the pie with aluminum foil.
Bake at 425 for 45 minutes. Lower the temperature to 400, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minute or until pie is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 126mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g
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Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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Sarah Mock is a classically trained Chef and graduate of Johnson & Wales University. A culinary blogger for 14 years Sarah helps the home cook prepare her recipes with professional results.
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