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Cranberry Cream Cheese Crumb Pie Recipe

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This Cranberry Cream Cheese Crumb Pie combines a smooth, creamy filling with a tangy cranberry layer and a crunchy nutty crumb topping, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Featuring a buttery pie crust and a luscious cream cheese custard base, this pie is ideal for festive occasions or a delightful dessert any time of year.

Ingredients

Pie

  • 1 pie crust (homemade or refrigerated)
  • 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 your pie dish and pre-bake it lightly to ensure sturdiness and prevent sogginess during baking. This helps create a crisp base for the filling.
  2. Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, 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 combined. Spread this cream cheese filling evenly over the pre-baked crust.
  3. Add Cranberry Layer: Carefully spread the whole-berry cranberry sauce evenly on top of the cream cheese filling, creating a distinct fruity layer.
  4. Prepare Crumb Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, sugar, melted butter, and chopped nuts until the mixture forms crumbly clusters. Sprinkle this crumb topping generously over the cranberry layer to add texture and flavor.
  5. Bake: Place the pie in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30–35 minutes. Bake until the crumb topping turns golden brown and the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Chill: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to let the filling firm up, making it easier to slice and serve.

Notes

  • For a homemade crust, you can use a standard pie dough recipe or a graham cracker crust for added flavor.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to prevent lumps in the filling.
  • Use whole-berry cranberry sauce for a more textured and less sweet topping; homemade cranberry sauce works wonderfully.
  • The crumb topping can be customized by using your favorite nuts or adding a pinch of cinnamon for warmth.
  • To avoid a soggy bottom, ensure proper pre-baking of the crust.
  • Serving chilled enhances the flavor and texture of the pie.

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