If you love traditional apple pie but want something a little different, this cranberry apple pie is the perfect option. The addition of cranberries adds a bright, tart flavor that balances the sweetness of the apples beautifully.
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Ingredients
Apples
The base of the pie, providing natural sweetness and a tender texture once baked.
Cranberries
Add a bright, tart contrast that balances the sweetness of the apples.
Flour
Thickens the filling so it sets nicely without becoming runny.
Lemon Zest (optional)
Adds a fresh citrus aroma and enhances the fruit flavors.
Lemon Juice
Brightens the filling and prevents the apples from browning.
Sugar
Sweetens the pie and balances the tartness of the cranberries.
Cinnamon
Adds warm, classic spice that pairs perfectly with apples.
Nutmeg
Brings depth and warmth to the filling without overpowering it.
Cardamom
Adds a subtle, slightly floral spice that gives the pie a special twist.
Pie Crust
You can make or buy a pie crust for this pie.
Instructions
Make your pie crust and place into a pie pan
Pinch the edges
Mix flour, spices, and sugar
Layer your apples and cranberries on your pie crust
Sprinkle the flour sugar mixture on each layer
Drizzle lemon juice on the top layer
Add your top crust
If desired add an egg wash and sugar on top
Bake at 375 for 25-35 minutes
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Cranberry Apple Pie
Ingredients
- 6 apples quartered and mandolined
- 1 cup cranberries
- 4 tbsp Flour
- Lemon zest optional
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 tbsp Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Nutmeg
- 1 tsp Cardamom
- Pie crust
Instructions
- Make your pie crust and place into a pie pan
- Pinch the edges
- Mix flour, spices, and sugar
- Layer your apples and cranberries on your pie crust
- Sprinkle the flour sugar mixture on each layer
- Drizzle lemon juice on the top layer
- Add your top crust
- If desired add an egg wash and sugar on top
- Bake at 375 for 25-35 minutes
