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Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie: A Slice of Festive Joy

Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie is a delightful dessert that combines tangy cranberries with a warm, buttery crust, making it a festive staple.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour This forms the base; make sure to measure correctly for the best texture.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Cold and cubed, it yields a flaky, tender crust.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar Just a touch adds sweetness to balance the pie's flavors.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt A pinch enhances the overall taste.
  • 3-5 tablespoons Ice water Helps bind the dough.
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Fresh cranberries The star of the show.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Balance the tartness of the cranberries.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch This thickener ensures your filling is just right.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds warmth and complements the holiday flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Brightens the flavors.
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped cream
  • 1 scoop Vanilla ice cream

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and grease a 9-inch pie plate. Scatter cranberries at the bottom.
  2. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of granulated sugar over the cranberries and add chopped pecans. Set aside.
  3. Beat 1 cup of softened unsalted butter with 1 cup of sugar until creamy and smooth.
  4. Mix in almond or vanilla extract and then add two room-temperature eggs, beating until fluffy.
  5. Gradually add in 1 cup of flour mixed with a pinch of salt until just combined.
  6. Spread the thick batter evenly over the cranberries and nuts, leveling it gently.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the pie cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with spices or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch.

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