The Scrumptious Citrus Cranberry Pie
Preparing a Citrus Cranberry Pie isn’t just about baking, it’s about crafting an experience; the aroma of baked crust with a tangy, sweet filling filling every corner of your home is an experience. This pie effortlessly marries the tartness of cranberries, the zesty appeal of citrus fruits, and the buttery request of a homemade pie crust.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 9 tablespoon of unsalted butter, chilled and sliced
- 3-4 tablespoons of ice water
For the Filling
- 3 cups of fresh cranberries
- The zest and juice of 2 large oranges
- The zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons of cornstarch
Instructions
- Start with the crust by combining flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually sprinkle the water and mix until the dough forms a ball.
- Wrap the dough in a cling film and refrigerate for at least an hour. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges. Set aside.
- In a pot, combine cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Let it simmer over medium heat until the berries start to pop and the mixture thickens.
- Pour this filling into the crust and bake for about 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Conclusion
This Citrus Cranberry Pie not only delights your taste buds, it also fills your home with the unmistakable aroma of freshly baked pie. We hope you’ll enjoy baking, serving, and most importantly, eating this delicious pie as much as we did developing this recipe for you. Let us know your thoughts and experiences. Remember, baking is an art; make every pie your masterpiece.
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