Best 6 Cranberry Almond Apple Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the flavors of cranberry, almond, and apple in a symphony of textures and tastes. This exceptional pie captivates the senses with its vibrant crimson filling, the crunch of toasted almonds, and the delicate sweetness of apples. Embark on a delectable journey as you explore the step-by-step guide to crafting this extraordinary dessert.

With three enticing variations to choose from, this recipe caters to diverse palates and occasions. The classic Cranberry Almond Apple Pie remains a timeless favorite, while the Vegan Cranberry Apple Pie offers a delectable alternative for those with dietary restrictions. For a delightful twist, the Cranberry Apple Crumble Pie introduces a tantalizing topping of oats and brown sugar. Each variation promises a unique taste sensation, ensuring that every bite is a moment of pure bliss.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY-ALMOND APPLE PIE



Cranberry-Almond Apple Pie image

My grandmother made this treat every year for Christmas. It's much better than everyday apple pie. The recipe is a family treasure. -Maxine Theriauit, Nashua, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 pastry shell (9 inches)
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons cold butter
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the sugar, flour, butter, nutmeg and salt. Add apples and cranberries; stir gently. Pour into pastry shell. , In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in almonds; sprinkle over filling. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until apples are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MOM'S CRANBERRY APPLE PIE



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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

2 prepared pie crusts
4 cups peeled and sliced apples
2 cups cranberries
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

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

CRANBERRY APPLE PIE



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New England is one of the prime apple- and cranberry-growing regions of the country. This is my all-time favorite cranberry apple pie recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Dough for double-crust pie (9 inches)
2 cups sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
4 cups sliced peeled tart apples
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll one half of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim even with rim. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a large bowl, combine the sugar and next 6 ingredients. Add apples and cranberries; toss gently. Spoon filling into prepared pie plate; dot with butter., Roll remaining dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle. Place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edge. Cut slits in top. , Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly, 45-50 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY CRANBERRY AND APPLE CAKE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h12m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed and picked over for stems
1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced
1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 tablespoon grated orange zest (2 oranges)
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 1/8 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup sour cream
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Combine the cranberries, apple, brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs on medium-high speed for 2 minutes. With the mixer on medium, add 1 cup of the granulated sugar, the butter, vanilla, and sour cream and beat just until combined. On low speed, slowly add the flour and salt.
  • Pour the fruit mixture evenly into a 10-inch glass pie plate. Pour the batter over the fruit, covering it completely. Combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon and sprinkle it over the batter. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cake comes out clean and the fruit is bubbling around the edges. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CRUSTLESS CRANBERRY PIE



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Light, super simple, and delicious dessert. Great with vanilla ice cream.

Provided by Jean

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Cranberry Pie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup butter, melted
2 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9 inch pie pan.
  • Combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in the cranberries and the walnuts, and toss to coat. Stir in the butter, beaten eggs, and almond extract. If you are using frozen cranberries, the mixture will be very thick. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted near the center comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 172.9 mg, Sugar 26.4 g

APPLE ALMOND PIE



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This is the sweet lover's apple pie. Surprising ingredients make this apple pie stand out from the rest!

Provided by Shannon

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (15 ounce) package pastry for a double crust 9-inch pie, divided
6 cups peeled and sliced apples
½ cup crushed almonds
1 ¼ cups white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons honey
1 large egg yolk
½ teaspoon water
¼ teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Press 1 pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan.
  • Toss apples, almonds, white sugar, brown sugar, and flour together in a bowl until apples and almonds are completely coated.
  • Mix honey, egg yolk, water, and almond extract together in a microwave-safe dish.
  • Microwave honey mixture, stirring every 15 seconds, until mixture is melted and smooth, 30 to 45 seconds. Pour honey mixture over apple mixture and toss to coat. Transfer apple mixture to the prepared pie crust; sprinkle filling with cinnamon. Top pie with the remaining pie crust and pinch edges together to seal.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.2 calories, Carbohydrate 87.2 g, Cholesterol 25.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 259.2 mg, Sugar 59 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor than frozen or canned cranberries. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can substitute frozen or canned cranberries, but be sure to thaw them before using.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries. Cranberries should be cooked until they burst, but not until they are mushy. Overcooked cranberries will lose their tart flavor and become bland.
  • Use a variety of apples. Using a variety of apples will give your pie a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith apples, Honeycrisp apples, and Pink Lady apples.
  • Don't overwork the pie dough. Overworking the pie dough will make it tough. Be sure to handle the dough gently and work it just until it comes together.
  • Chill the pie dough before baking. Chilling the pie dough before baking will help it to hold its shape better. You can chill the dough for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. The pie is done baking when the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. You can check the doneness of the pie by inserting a toothpick into the center of the filling. If the toothpick comes out clean, the pie is done.

Conclusion:

Cranberry almond apple pie is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The tart cranberries, sweet apples, and crunchy almonds combine to create a flavor that is both unique and irresistible. The pie is also relatively easy to make, making it a great option for even the most novice bakers. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give cranberry almond apple pie a try.

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