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Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie

Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie: A Festive Slice of Joy

This Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie is a delightful dessert blending tart cranberries and a crunchy pecan topping, perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Cranberries Use fresh for best results.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste for desired tartness.
  • 1 cup Pecans or Almonds Can be substituted or omitted for nut-free.
For the Cake Layer
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Use room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 2 large Eggs Add one at a time for better integration.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract or Vanilla Extract Choose based on preference.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free blend for gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt A pinch is sufficient.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and butter a 9-inch pie plate. Spread a layer of cranberries over the bottom, sprinkle with ½ cup sugar and add chopped nuts.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup sugar and softened butter until smooth and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Incorporate almond or vanilla extract followed by eggs one at a time, mixing until fluffy and uniform.
  4. Gradually add flour and salt on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter over the cranberries and nuts, spreading evenly to cover.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Allow the pie to cool for 10-15 minutes and serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, aim to use fresh cranberries. Customize the sweetness to your taste preference and enjoy warm for the best flavor experience.

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