Indulge in the delightful harmony of cranberries and apples in this Amish Cran-Apple Pie. Hailing from the heart of Amish country, this classic dessert is a culinary masterpiece that blends the tangy tartness of cranberries with the sweet, crisp flavor of apples. With two irresistible recipes to choose from, both featuring a flaky, golden crust and a luscious filling, this pie is sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the charm of Amish kitchens. Whether you prefer a traditional double-crust pie or a rustic open-face version, these recipes offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
AMISH APPLE PIE
This is the BEST apple pie ever :) Its so easy to make too :) I got this from an Amish lady years ago
Provided by Lisa Walker
Categories Pies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Pre head oven to 400. Prepare 1 pie crust in a pie plate and set aside.
- 2. Peel, core and slice apples and put them in a large bowl. add, sugar, flour and cinnamon and stir well to coat. Pour mixture into unbaked crust, dot with butter.
- 3. Cover with top crust and seal edges. Cut 4 slits in top for steam to escape. Brush with egg and sprinkle with sugar.
- 4. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until pie is golden brown and apples are tender Enjoy :D
MOM'S CRANBERRY APPLE PIE
This is a modified apple pie recipe my mother has had for years. I prefer a combination of Braeburn, Fuji, and McIntosh apples.
Provided by SaraSunshine
Categories Desserts Pies Vintage Pie Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Fit a pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and arrange sliced apples into crust. Spread cranberries over apples. Whisk sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon in a small bowl and sprinkle mixture over cranberries. Distribute butter pieces over pie filling. Place remaining crust over filling, crimp both crusts together, and cut several slits into top crust to vent steam.
- Bake until pie is browned and fruit filling is bubbling, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.9 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 255.4 mg, Sugar 26.3 g
CRAN-APPLE PIE
We captured the flavor and splendor of fall in this pretty lattice fruit pie.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cake flour, sugar, salt and baking powder; cover and freeze 30 minutes. Place lard and butter in a separate bowl; freeze 30 minutes. Place flour mixture in a food processor; pulse until blended. Add lard and butter; pulse until mixture is the size of peas., Transfer flour mixture to a large bowl. Mix together egg yolk and 10 tablespoons ice water; gradually add to flour mixture. Toss with a fork until dough holds together when pressed, adding more water if needed. Divide dough into thirds. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour or overnight. , In a large saucepan, combine apples, 3/4 cup apple juice, sugar, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Combine cornstarch and remaining 2 tablespoons juice until smooth; add to saucepan. Return to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Stir in cranberries., On a lightly floured surface, roll 1 dough portion into a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust even with rim. Pour fruit filling into crust. , Roll out another portion of dough; make a lattice crust. Place over filling. Trim and seal edge. Roll out remaining portion of dough to a 14x4-in. rectangle. Cut four 14x1/4-in. strips. Place 2 strips side by side; twist together. Repeat with remaining 2 strips., For decorative cutouts, cut remaining dough out with a 1-1/2-in. leaf-shaped cookie cutter. With a sharp knife, lightly score cutouts to resemble veins on leaves. Combine egg and milk; lightly brush lattice and edge of crust with egg mixture. Place twists along edge of pie crust, pressing lightly to adhere. Overlap cutouts on the lattice and along edge of pie. Refrigerate pie until crust is well chilled, about 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. Brush cutouts with egg mixture. Cover edges loosely with foil coated with cooking spray. Bake 20 minutes. Remove foil; bake until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly, 30-40 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CRAN-APPLE PIE
Make and share this Cran-Apple Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by J e l i s a
Categories Pie
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 pie
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Combine sugars, flour and cinnamon in large bowl.
- Add fruit.
- Mix well.
- Turn into pastry-lined pan.
- Dot with butter.
- Cover and cut slits in top crust.
- Seal edges.
- Bake 40 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2578, Fat 93.8, SaturatedFat 32.1, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 1322.2, Carbohydrate 431.4, Fiber 26.5, Sugar 268.9, Protein 19.5
AMISH SOUR CREAM APPLE PIE
I found this recipe in my files. I dont remember where I got it, but it's good. I love the simplicity of the recipe.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Pie
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 Pie
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Beat sour cream and egg together.
- Add flour, sugar, salt and vanilla.
- Mix until smooth.
- Stir in apples.
- Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.
- Mix the crumb topping ingredients until crumbly.
- Remove pie from oven and spread with crumb topping.
- Bake 20 more minutes.
CRAN-APPLE PRALINE GINGERBREAD
Start with a spice-rich batter poured atop apples and cranberries in a creamy caramel sauce, then invert when done baking for a topsy-turvy dessert that's a real beauty. The old-time holiday taste will delight family and friends! -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Coat a 9-in. round baking pan with cooking spray. Pour caramel topping into pan and tilt to coat bottom evenly. Arrange apples and cranberries in a single layer over caramel., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add egg; mix well. Beat in molasses and applesauce (mixture may appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, pie spice and salt; add to butter mixture just until moistened. Stir in hot water., Pour over fruit; smooth top. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Combine whipped topping and yogurt; serve with gingerbread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Use a combination of Granny Smith and McIntosh apples for a tart and sweet flavor balance.
- Peel and slice the apples thinly so they will cook evenly.
- Add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the apples to prevent them from browning.
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
- Be sure to drain the cranberries well before adding them to the pie filling.
- Use a deep-dish pie plate so that the filling doesn't overflow.
- Brush the edges of the pie crust with milk before baking to promote a golden brown crust.
- Bake the pie at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes to set the crust, then reduce the temperature to finish baking.
- Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set.
Conclusion:
This Amish Cran-Apple Pie is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of tart apples, sweet cranberries, and flaky crust is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can make this pie at home and enjoy it with your family and friends.
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