Best 6 Moms Cranberry Apple Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with Mom's Cranberry Apple Pie, a timeless classic that combines the vibrant flavors of tart cranberries and sweet apples, enveloped in a flaky, golden-brown crust. This beloved dessert, passed down through generations, is a staple of family gatherings and holiday celebrations. With its irresistible aroma and tantalizing taste, it's sure to be a hit among pie enthusiasts of all ages.

This comprehensive article offers a collection of meticulously curated recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking a traditional approach or a novice cook looking for a simplified version, you'll find a recipe tailored to your needs.

The classic Cranberry Apple Pie recipe takes center stage, featuring a delectable filling made from fresh cranberries, crisp apples, and a hint of warm spices. The step-by-step instructions guide you through the process of creating a flaky crust from scratch, ensuring a perfectly balanced crust-to-filling ratio.

For those seeking a gluten-free alternative, the Gluten-Free Cranberry Apple Pie recipe provides a delicious solution. Using a combination of almond flour and oat flour, this recipe yields a tender and flavorful crust that complements the tart-sweet filling.

If you're short on time or prefer a fuss-free option, the Easy Cranberry Apple Pie recipe is your go-to choice. This simplified version utilizes a pre-made pie crust, allowing you to focus on preparing the delectable cranberry-apple filling.

And for those with a penchant for unique flavor combinations, the Cranberry Apple Crumble Pie recipe offers a delightful twist. This recipe features a crunchy oat crumble topping that adds a delightful textural contrast to the soft and juicy filling.

Each recipe is presented with detailed instructions, ensuring that even beginner bakers can achieve pie-making success. Helpful tips and variations are also included to guide you through the process and encourage culinary exploration.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking adventure with Mom's Cranberry Apple Pie. Prepare to impress your loved ones with this classic dessert that's sure to become a cherished family tradition.

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

MOM'S APPLE PIE I



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My Mom makes the best Apple Pie I have ever tasted. Now I would like to share her secret with you. Serve with vanilla ice cream if you wish.

Provided by Rita Wittwer

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 tart apples - peeled, cored and sliced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons whiskey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (225 degrees C). Fit bottom crust into a 9 inch pie plate.
  • In a small bowl, mix together sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Place sliced apples in a large bowl and sprinkle with sugar mixture. Toss until apples are thoroughly coated. Spoon apples into pan.
  • Dot apples with butter or margarine, then sprinkle with whiskey. Cover with top crust. Seal edges and cut steam vents in top.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Lower temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake an additional 40 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 291.7 mg, Sugar 29.6 g

DUTCH CRANBERRY-APPLE PIE



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Fresh cranberries bring tongue-tingling tartness and festive Christmas color to classic apple pie. With orange peel, spices and a crumb topping, this is a warm and wintry favorite. -Jerri Gradert, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 large apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups fresh cranberries
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pastry for single-crust pie
2 tablespoons butter
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice; add the cranberries, raisins and walnuts. Combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, cinnamon and nutmeg; add to apple mixture and toss gently to coat., On a floured surface, roll out dough to fit a 9-in. pie plate; transfer to plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edges. Fill with apple mixture and dot with butter., For topping, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over filling. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly. If necessary, cover edges with foil during the last 15 minutes to prevent overbrowning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APPLE CRANBERRY PIE



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Cranberries add a surprisingly delightful burst of tartness to this apple pie. A lattice crust shows off the gorgeous ruby color inside.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 5h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
4 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
14 tablespoons (1 3/4 sticks) cold unsalted butter, diced
1 large egg, lightly beaten with 2 tablespoons cold water
2 1/2 pounds baking apples like Golden Delicious, Cortland or Mutsu
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cups (about 8 ounces) frozen cranberries, thawed and drained
3/4 cup sugar, plus more for sprinkling
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • For the crust: Whisk the flour, sugar and salt together in a medium bowl. Using your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse cornmeal mixed with pea-sized bits of cold butter. (If the butter gets too soft, refrigerate the mixture for 10 minutes before proceeding.) Use a fork to stir in the egg and water mixture until the dough just comes together. (If the dough is dry, add up to 1 tablespoon more cold water.) Divide the dough into two equal-sized disks, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 1 hour.
  • For the filling: Peel, halve and core the apples. Cut each half into 4 wedges and place in a bowl with the lemon juice and cranberries, tossing to combine. Add the sugar and toss again to combine evenly.
  • Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the apple mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer, about 2 minutes. Cover the pan and reduce the heat to medium-low, cooking until the apples soften and release most of their juices and the cranberries have burst, about 7 minutes.
  • Strain the apple mixture into a colander set over the bowl, shaking it to collect as much of the juice as possible. Pour the liquid back into the skillet, add the cinnamon and ginger, and simmer over medium heat until thickened and lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes. Return the reduced juice and the apple mixture to the bowl and toss to recombine. Chill the filling until it cools completely, at least an hour and up to 2 days.
  • To assemble the pie: On a lightly floured surface, roll each disk into an 11- to 12-inch circle. Lay each dough circle between two pieces of parchment or wax paper on a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
  • Place a baking sheet on a rack positioned in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish with one of the dough discs and trim it to leave a 1/2-inch overhang on all sides. Stir the cornstarch into the filling and add it to the pan.
  • Use a chef's knife, pizza cutter or fluted dough cutter to cut the second round into 1/2-inch thick strips. Lay strips of dough, evenly spaced, across the entire pie. Weave more strips of dough perpendicular through the previous strips to make a lattice or basket weave design across the entire pie. Trim the excess ends from the strips of dough. Pinch the bottom crust edge and lattice edge together, and flute the edge as desired. Brush the surface of the dough with egg and then sprinkle with sugar. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Bake the pie on the preheated baking sheet until the crust is golden, 50 to 60 minutes. If the edges begin to brown too fast, cover them with strips of aluminum foil. Let the pie cool 1 hour before serving. Once completely cooled, the pie keeps well at room temperature (covered) for 24 hours, or refrigerated for up to 4 days.

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.

APPLE CRANBERRY PIE



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This is a wonderful twist on the traditional apple pie - great for fall! It calls for Pippin apples, but I usually use a combination of several kinds. Occasionally I add a bit of cinnamon, too!

Provided by Kristin

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Apple Pie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup dried cranberries
⅔ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground allspice
2 ¼ pounds Pippin apples - peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1 ½ tablespoons brandy
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C.) Position oven rack in the bottom third of the oven.
  • In a medium bowl, toss together the dried cranberries, sugar, flour and allspice. Mix in the apples, brandy and vanilla. Place bottom crust into a 9 inch round pie pan so that it hangs 1 inch over the edges. Pour filling into the crust and cover with top crust. Seal and flute the edges. Cut slits in the top using a small knife.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, or until apples are tender and crust is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1 calories, Carbohydrate 69.6 g, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 235.3 mg, Sugar 39.8 g

CRANBERRY APPLE SHEET PIE



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My husband loves pie, so I made one with apples, raspberries and cranberries. This apple cranberry slab pie is so good, I bend the rules and let the grandkids have it for breakfast. -Brenda Smith, Curran, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Dough for 2 double-crust pies
2-1/4 cups sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
7 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced (about 8 cups)
3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
6 cups frozen or fresh raspberries
Optional: Egg wash, additional sugar or coarse sugar, and whipped cream

Steps:

  • Divide dough into 2 portions so that 1 is slightly larger than the other; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight., Roll out larger portion of dough between 2 pieces of waxed paper into a 18x13-in. rectangle. Remove top sheet of waxed paper; place a 15x10x1-in. baking pan upside down over crust. Lifting with waxed paper, carefully invert crust into pan. Remove waxed paper; press crust onto bottom and up sides of pan. Allow to chill while preparing filling. , In a Dutch oven, mix sugar and flour; stir in apples, cranberries, orange zest and spices. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-12 minutes or until apples are tender and juices are thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in raspberries. Set aside to cool completely. , Preheat oven to 375°. Add filling to prepared crust., On a well-floured surface, roll remaining dough into a 1/8-in.-thick rectangle; cut into 1-1/2-in.-wide strips. Arrange strips over filling, sealing ends to bottom crust. If desired, brush crust with egg wash; sprinkle with additional sugar or coarse sugar., Bake on lowest oven rack 45-50 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. If desired, serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries and apples: Fresh fruits give the pie a vibrant flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the fruit: The fruit should be tender but still hold its shape.
  • Use a combination of spices: A mix of spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, enhances the flavor of the pie.
  • Make sure the pie crust is golden brown: A well-baked pie crust will be flaky and have a golden brown color.
  • Let the pie cool before serving: This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

This classic cranberry apple pie is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, tangy cranberries, and sweet apples, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this cranberry apple pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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