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Cranberry Cream Cheese Pie Recipe

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A delightful Cranberry Cream Cheese Crumb Pie featuring a smooth, tangy cream cheese filling topped with whole-berry cranberry sauce and a buttery nutty crumb topping. Perfectly baked in a flaky pie crust, this dessert balances sweet and tart flavors ideal for holiday gatherings or any festive occasion.

Ingredients

Pie Base

  • 1 pie crust (homemade or refrigerated)

Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1½ cups whole-berry cranberry sauce (or homemade)

Crumb Topping

  • ½ cup flour
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Crust: Fit the pie crust into the pie dish and pre-bake it lightly to ensure sturdiness during baking. This prevents the crust from becoming soggy once the fillings are added.
  2. Make Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, mixing well until fully incorporated. Spread this cream cheese mixture evenly over the partially baked pie crust.
  3. Add Cranberry Layer: Evenly spread the whole-berry cranberry sauce over the cream cheese filling, creating a luscious layer of tart fruit flavor.
  4. Prepare Crumb Topping: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, melted butter, and chopped nuts. Mix until the ingredients form crumbly clusters. Sprinkle this crumb topping generously over the cranberry layer.
  5. Bake: Place the assembled pie in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crumb topping turns golden brown and the filling is set.
  6. Chill: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to firm up before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a homemade touch, use homemade pie crust and cranberry sauce.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth mixing.
  • You can substitute nuts with your preferred variety or omit for a nut-free version.
  • Chilling the pie before serving helps the filling set and enhances flavor.
  • Store leftover pie refrigerated and consume within 3 days for optimal freshness.

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