Cranberry Pie (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

This delicious cranberry pie is filled with crunchy walnuts and fresh cranberries. The sweetness of the filling is balanced out by the tartness of the cranberries, and whether you use a store-bought pie crust or make your own, this makes an easy and delicious dessert that’s perfect for the holidays. Also gluten-free and dairy-free, but hey, no one would know!

Festive Pie for the Holiday Season

One of my favorite ingredients to use during the holiday season is cranberries – and if I can get fresh cranberries, even better!

I love how bright and red the cranberries are, and how fresh and festive they make any recipe feel. With the fresh cranberries, I’ve made homemade cranberry sauce, and cranberry bread pudding.

And since the holidays are incomplete without plenty of pie, I’m making a pie that’s filled with gorgeous tart cranberries and crunchy walnuts, and is the perfect dessert to grace any Christmas or holiday table!

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe uses a storebought gluten-free pie crust for convenience (because we all know how crazy busy the holidays can be!). However, I totally understand if you prefer making your own pie crust (here’s my recipe for a gluten-free and dairy-free pie crust)!

Instead of butter, I’ve used coconut oil in the filling mixture to to make this completely dairy-free, which means even those with gluten and lactose intolerances can also enjoy this pie!

Ingredients You’ll Need + Notes/Substitutions

• Gluten-Free Pie Crust: You can either use a storebought pie crust, or make my perfect gluten-free pie crust (also dairy-free).
• Eggs
• Brown Sugar: I used brown sugar here, but feel free to use normal white sugar or light brown sugar too if you prefer. If you are diabetic or insulin-resistant, I highly recommend that you use Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener (a 1:1 substitute for normal sugar).
• Maple Syrup: I used maple syrup in this cranberry pie recipe, but feel free to use honey or agave nectar in equal quantities if you prefer.
• Coconut Oil: I prefer to use refined coconut oil in my baking as it has a more neutral taste (as opposed to extra virgin coconut oil that has a stronger coconut flavor and smell). You can also use palm shortening or vegan butter in equal quantities if you want. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, feel free to use normal butter instead.
• Salt
• Cranberries: I used fresh cranberries but if you don’t have the fresh version available, feel free to rehydrate 1 cup of unsweetened dried cranberries in hot water for at least 20 minutes (or cover dried cranberries with water in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave for 1 minute and then let stand for 5 minutes).
• Walnuts: I used walnuts because I like the combination of walnuts and cranberries, but you can also use other chopped nuts such as almonds, pecans, or cashews.

How to Make Cranberry Pie from Scratch

1. Preheat

Preheat oven to 425F (210C).

2. Prick Holes in Unbaked Crust

Use a fork to prick holes onto the base of the pie crust.

3. Par-Bake Pie Crust

Bake pie crust for 15 minutes or until rims are golden brown.

4. Prepare Filling

While the pie crust is being par-baked, mix eggs, brown sugar, maple syrup, melted coconut oil and salt together until you get a homogeneous mixture. Add in fresh cranberries and chopped walnuts and stir until evenly distributed.

5. Assemble Pie

Reduce oven temperature to 350F (175C). Pour the filling mixture into the pre-baked pie crust.

6. Bake

Bake pie for 40 to 45 minutes or until filling is set.

7. Let Cool and Enjoy

Allow tart to fully cool before slicing and enjoying!

Helpful Tips/Tricks:

• Prepare in Advance, Assemble Later: You can easily prepare the ingredients for the filling beforehand and then assemble and bake the pie on the day you plan to eat it if it’s easier that way.

• Use Storebought Pie Crust for Convenience: If baking your own pie crust is too much work, you can use a pre-made gluten-free pie crust. Alternatively, if you are not gluten-free, you can use any storebought pie crust of your choice.

Recipe FAQs:

Other Pie Recipes You’ll Love:

• Easy Gluten-Free Pie Crust (Dairy-Free)
• Easy Pecan Pie (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
• Crustless Pumpkin Pie (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
• Pear Custard Pie (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
• Gluten-Free Strawberry Hand Pies
• Easy Blueberry Hand Pies

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