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Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie

Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie: A Festive Family Favorite

Enjoy the festive Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie, a delightful balance of tart cranberries and nutty pecans, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Cranberries Fresh yields the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust according to your sweetness preference.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans or Almonds Substitute with other nuts or omit for nut-free.
Cake Layer
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond or Vanilla Extract Choose based on your preference.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C) and grease a 9-inch pie plate with butter. Spread fresh or frozen cranberries in the bottom of the plate.
  2. Sprinkle the cranberries with chopped pecans and half a cup of granulated sugar.
  3. In a medium bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and one cup of granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Gradually add almond or vanilla extract, followed by eggs one at a time, beating until well combined and fluffy.
  5. Mix in all-purpose flour and salt on low speed until just combined.
  6. Spread the batter evenly over the cranberries and pecans.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Let it cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Opt for fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Monitor baking time closely to prevent drying out the cake layer.

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