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Authentic Nantucket Cranberry Pie: A Sweet-Tart New England Tradition

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Make this easy Nantucket Cranberry Pie, a rustic dessert that combines tart fresh cranberries with a buttery, cake-like topping and crunchy nuts. It is a simple, comforting bake perfect for your holiday table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh cranberries, halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 3/4 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of one orange
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine the halved cranberries, chopped nuts, and 1/2 cup of sugar. Toss these ingredients together well.
  3. Pour the cranberry and nut mixture into the prepared springform pan and spread it evenly across the bottom. Pat it down gently.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, mix the melted butter and 3/4 cup of sugar until combined.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
  6. Add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix until you have a smooth, thick batter.
  7. Carefully spread the thick batter over the cranberry and nut layer in the pan, covering all areas. Use an offset spatula dipped in hot water to help spread it smoothly.
  8. Place the springform pan on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  9. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  10. Gently run a butter knife around the inside edge of the pan to loosen the seal. Slowly release the side ring of the springform pan.
  11. Let the pie sit for one more minute, then gently invert the entire dessert onto a serving plate. Carefully lift the bottom of the pan away, using the knife to guide the topping if needed.

Notes

  • This dessert is often called a cake or cobbler rather than a traditional pie because of its cake-like topping.
  • Serve this sweet tart cranberry bake warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the best flavor.
  • You can prepare this make ahead holiday dessert the day before serving; store it covered at room temperature.

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