Description
Easy Nantucket Cranberry Pie is a delightful, rustic dessert that perfectly balances tart cranberries with a sweet, buttery cake-like topping. Chopped cranberries and nuts form a tangy, crunchy base, while the thick batter bakes into a soft, golden crust on top. This pie is simple to make yet impressive, and it’s delicious whether served warm or at room temperature. For an extra treat, top it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. The flavors develop even more when made a day ahead, making it a fantastic option for holidays or gatherings.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups cranberries, fresh or frozen, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup white sugar (for the filling)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup white sugar (for the cake topping)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt (use about half if using salted butter)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter a 10″ pie plate and set it aside.
In a bowl, combine the chopped cranberries, nuts, and 1/2 cup sugar. Stir until well mixed.
Spread the cranberry mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie plate.
In another mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, melted butter, 1 cup of sugar, flour, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract. The batter will be thick.
Use an ice cream scooper to place dollops of the thick batter over the cranberry mixture. Then, spread the batter evenly using a flat spatula, making sure to cover the filling and reach the edges.
Bake the pie for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the topping is golden.
Remove from the oven and let it sit for a while. The flavor improves as it rests, making it ideal to prepare a day ahead. If you’re short on time, it’s still delicious served the same day!
Serve warm or at room temperature, either plain or with a generous scoop of whipped cream or ice cream on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350