Description
This Cranberry Cream Cheese Crumb Pie is a delightful dessert combining tart cranberries with a smooth cream cheese filling and a buttery, oat-studded crumb topping. The pre-made graham cracker crust makes it quick and easy to prepare, perfect for festive occasions or a cozy family treat.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
Crumb Topping
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the pie evenly.
- Cook the cranberries: In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the cranberries burst and release their juices. Stir occasionally, then set aside to cool.
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
- Combine cranberry mixture: Gently fold the cooled cranberry mixture into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to overmix. Pour this creamy filling evenly into the pre-made graham cracker crust.
- Make the crumb topping: In a separate bowl, mix flour, melted butter, brown sugar, rolled oats, and a pinch of salt until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add crumb topping: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cranberry cream cheese filling.
- Bake the pie: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown.
- Cool the pie: Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up the filling.
- Serve: Slice and serve the pie chilled. Enjoy the delightful balance of tart cranberries and creamy filling with a crunchy crumb topping.
Notes
- For a more intense cranberry flavor, use fresh cranberries if possible.
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Chilling the pie for at least two hours is essential for the filling to set properly.
- You can prepare the crumb topping in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- To prevent the crumb topping from burning, check the pie towards the end of baking and cover loosely with foil if it becomes too dark.
