Ingredients
Fruit
- 4 apples (peeled, sliced or cubed)
- 2 cups cranberries (frozen or fresh)
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange (optional)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 2.5 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced or cubed apples with the cranberries. Pour the orange juice over the fruit and toss everything together to blend the flavors evenly.
- Add Sugar and Zest: Sprinkle the sugar and orange zest over the fruit mixture. Toss again to coat all the fruit pieces thoroughly with the sugar and zest, which enhances sweetness and adds a bright citrus aroma.
- Mix the Spices and Cornstarch: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cornstarch until well combined. This mixture will help thicken the filling and infuse it with warm spice flavors.
- Combine Spices with Fruit: Add the cornstarch and spice mix to the fruit bowl. Gently toss the fruit to coat every piece evenly, making sure the thickening agents are well distributed.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the prepared filling into a pie plate lined with your preferred pie crust. If desired, place a second crust on top to create a double-crust pie.
- Bake the Pie: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Bake the pie for about one hour or until the filling is bubbly and thickened, and the crust is golden brown and crisp. Allow the pie to cool before serving to let the filling set.
Notes
- For best texture, peel the apples and slice or cube them evenly.
- Frozen cranberries can be used without thawing directly in the mix.
- Adjust the sugar amount if you prefer a more tart or sweet filling.
- Orange zest is optional but adds a lovely aromatic brightness.
- Allow the pie to cool thoroughly after baking to help the filling set properly and avoid runniness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
