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No Bake Cranberry Pie

Delight in Our No Bake Cranberry Pie for Festive Fun

Enjoy this No Bake Cranberry Pie that combines tartness and sweetness for a festive dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use store-bought crushed graham crackers for convenience.
  • 4 tablespoons Sugar Consider using less sugar if desired for a less sweet pie.
  • 6 tablespoons Butter Unsalted butter is preferred for better control over flavor.
For the Filling
  • 12 ounces Fresh Cranberries Can substitute with frozen cranberries, thawed and drained.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Lemon juice can also work as a substitute.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it is softened for easier mixing; Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Can use vanilla extract or the seeds from a vanilla bean for a gourmet touch.
  • 8 ounces Whipped Topping Cool Whip is recommended for stability; homemade whipped cream can be used as an alternative.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grease a 9-inch pie pan generously with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 4 tablespoons of sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom and sides of the pie pan. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and orange juice. Boil gently until cranberries burst and mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  4. Whip softened cream cheese until fluffy in a large bowl. Gradually add remaining sugar and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
  5. Fold the cooled cranberry mixture into the cream cheese mixture carefully.
  6. Gently add 8 ounces of whipped topping to the cranberry-cream cheese mixture and fold in until combined.
  7. Spread the cranberry cream filling evenly over the chilled crust.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving to set the filling.
  9. Garnish with reserved whipped topping and additional cranberries or orange zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps. Do not overcook the cranberries, and allow the pie to chill for at least 2 hours for optimal flavor.

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