Description
Baking this apple cranberry holiday pie brings festive cheer right to your kitchen table. Tart cranberries and sweet apples create a delightful seasonal dessert that sparks holiday memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 3 cups diced apples
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
Sweeteners and Thickeners:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crust and Wash:
- 2 pie crusts
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F, ensuring the rack is centered for even baking.
- Grab a large mixing bowl and combine 3 cups diced apples, 2 cups fresh cranberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup cornstarch, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
- Gently stir the fruit mixture until all ingredients are evenly distributed and coated.
- Roll out the first pie crust and carefully drape it into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently against the bottom and sides.
- Pour the prepared fruit filling into the crust-lined dish, spreading it evenly to the edges.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the fruit filling, creating a top layer.
- Trim the excess dough around the edges and crimp them together to seal the filling securely.
- Use a sharp knife to cut 4-5 small slits across the top crust, allowing steam to escape during baking.
- Whisk the large egg and brush it across the entire surface of the pie crust for a beautiful golden finish.
- Slide the pie into the preheated 375°F oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, watching for a deep golden-brown crust and bubbling filling.
- Remove the pie and let it rest at room temperature for 2-3 hours to allow the filling to set before slicing.
Notes
- Choose firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of flavor and texture in your pie.
- Let the pie cool completely for at least 2-3 hours to allow the filling to set and make slicing easier.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional pie crust with a gluten-free alternative made from almond or coconut flour.
- Create a decorative top crust by cutting intricate leaf shapes or weaving a lattice pattern to make your holiday pie extra special.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3.5 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg