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French Cranberry-Apple Pie Recipe

French Cranberry-Apple Pie Recipe
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This French Cranberry-Apple Pie combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of baked apples, all wrapped in a flaky, buttery pie crust. Topped with a crumbly pecan streusel, this dessert offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, ideal for festive occasions or cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 crust from 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box

Filling

  • 4 cups sliced peeled cooking apples (4 medium)
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Dash nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Crust: Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the softened pie crust into a 9-inch glass pie pan as directed on the pie crust box for a One-Crust Filled Pie, ensuring it fits well and the edges are neat.
  2. Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced peeled cooking apples and fresh or frozen cranberries. In a separate small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, packed brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Add these dry ingredients to the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat all the fruit evenly. Pour this filling into the crust-lined pie pan.
  3. Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, packed brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a dash of nutmeg. Using a pastry blender or fork, cut in the butter or margarine until the mixture becomes crumbly. Stir in the chopped pecans. Evenly sprinkle this crumbly topping over the fruit filling in the pie crust.
  4. Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the apples are tender and both the crust and topping are golden brown. After 15 to 20 minutes of baking, cover the crust edges with strips of foil to prevent over-browning while the pie finishes baking.
  5. Serving Suggestions: Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving. For extra indulgence, serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Use tart cooking apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of flavor and texture.
  • Frozen cranberries can be used if fresh ones are not available; no need to thaw before mixing.
  • Covering the crust edges with foil prevents burning during baking.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the pecans from the topping.
  • Pie can be refrigerated and reheated gently before serving.

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Keywords: cranberry apple pie, French pie, holiday dessert, fall dessert, fruit pie, pecan streusel pie

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