Cape Cod Cranberry Pie Recipe

Skip the crust and dive into this delicious Cape Cod Cranberry Pie! A unique and easy recipe from Zola's Grille in Killington, Vermont, this comforting dessert features a sweet and tart cranberry filling baked to golden perfection with a buttery, nutty topping. Perfect for cranberry lovers and those who prefer a simpler pie-making experience. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 463.2 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Cape Cod Cranberry Pie

  • 12 ounces (340g) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (50g) chopped pecans
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) vegetable shortening

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How to Make Cape Cod Cranberry Pie

  1. Grease a 10-inch pie plate with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Add 12 ounces (340g) fresh or frozen cranberries to the prepared pie plate and spread them evenly.
  3. Sprinkle 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (50g) chopped pecans over the cranberries.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, crack and whisk together 2 large eggs.
  5. Gradually add 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar to the eggs, beating until well combined.
  6. Add 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup (50g) unsalted butter (melted), and 1/4 cup (50g) vegetable shortening to the egg mixture. Beat until just smooth. Don't overmix!
  7. Pour the batter evenly over the cranberry and pecan mixture in the pie plate.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 60-80 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the pie cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

156g

Fat

49g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cape Cod Cranberry Pie?

Cape Cod Cranberry Pie takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cape Cod Cranberry Pie?

Cape Cod Cranberry Pie has approximately 463.2 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 41 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cape Cod Cranberry Pie?

The key ingredients for Cape Cod Cranberry Pie are Cranberries, Sugar, Pecans, Eggs, Flour, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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