Pioneer Woman Apple Cranberry Pie Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Apple Cranberry Pie is a bubbly and crunchy recipe, which is made with a mix of sweet apples and tart cranberries. It’s the perfect fall dessert, ready in about 1 hour and 30 minutes, plus cooling time.

Pioneer Woman Apple Cranberry Pie Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 round refrigerated pie dough

For the Filling:

• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 cups mixed apples, peeled, cored and sliced 1/2-inch thick
• 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/8 tsp. ground cardamom
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

For the Topping:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 stick cold salted butter, cut into cubes

How To Make Pioneer Woman Apple Cranberry Pie

1. Make the Cranberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, ½ cup of the granulated sugar, and the water. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 10 minutes, until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened. Set aside to cool.
2. Make the Crumb Topping: While the sauce cools, combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to work in the cold butter until large, coarse clumps form. Place the bowl in the refrigerator to chill.
3. Combine the Apple Filling: In a large bowl, toss together the sliced apples with the remaining ¾ cup of granulated sugar, the lemon juice, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, salt, and flour. Add the cooled cranberry mixture and stir everything together to combine.
4. Assemble the Pie: Preheat the oven to 400˚F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie dough into a 12-inch circle and ease it into a 9-inch pie plate. Fold the overhanging dough under itself and crimp the edges as desired.
5. Chill and Bake: Pour the apple-cranberry filling into the pie crust and sprinkle the chilled crumb topping over it. Refrigerate the assembled pie for about 20 minutes to firm up.
6. Bake Until Bubbly: Bake the pie for 20 minutes at 400°F. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 375˚F and continue baking for about 50 more minutes, until the top is golden brown and the filling is thick and bubbling.
7. Cool Completely: Transfer the pie to a wire rack and let it cool completely for at least 4 hours before serving.

Recipe Tips

• What are the best apples to use? A mix of a firm, tart apple like a Granny Smith and a sweeter apple that softens more, like a McIntosh or Gala, will give you the perfect balance of flavor and texture in your filling.
• How do you get a crunchy crumb topping? The secret is to use very cold butter, straight from the fridge, and to chill the finished topping mixture in the refrigerator while you assemble the rest of the pie. This helps it bake up crisp and crumbly.
• Can I make this pie ahead of time? Yes, this is a perfect make-ahead dessert. You can bake the pie completely, let it cool, and then store it, loosely covered, at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• How do I know when the pie is truly done? You must see the filling bubbling thickly around the edges of the crumb topping. This indicates that the cornstarch and flour have reached a high enough temperature to fully activate and thicken the fruit juices.

What To Serve With Apple Cranberry Pie

This is a classic holiday dessert that is a staple for a reason. It is traditionally and most deliciously served warm with:

• A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream
• A dollop of fresh, unsweetened whipped cream
• A slice of sharp cheddar cheese (a classic old-fashioned pairing!)

How To Store Apple Cranberry Pie

• Room Temperature: A fruit pie like this can be stored, loosely covered, at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Refrigerate: After two days, it’s best to store the pie, covered, in the refrigerator for up to two additional days.
• Reheat: Reheat individual slices in the microwave or place the entire pie in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes until warmed through.

Apple Cranberry Pie Nutrition Facts

• Serving: 1 slice (1/8th of pie)
• Calories: 520 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 85g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Sugar: 60g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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