Cranberry-Apple Pie Squares

Health score
3%
Cranberry-Apple Pie Squares
160 min.
12
454kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Cranberry-Apple Pie Squares, a dessert that perfectly balances the sweetness of apples with the tartness of cranberries. This recipe is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes, too! Imagine a golden, crumbly crust cradling a luscious filling of tender apples and vibrant cranberries, all topped with a buttery crumble that adds the perfect crunch.

Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, these pie squares are sure to impress. The combination of warm spices like cinnamon and the rich, caramel topping creates a comforting aroma that will fill your kitchen and invite everyone to the table. Plus, they’re easy to make, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of loved ones.

Serve them warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream, and watch as they disappear in no time. With a preparation time of just over two hours, you’ll have a delicious dessert that serves 12, making it perfect for sharing. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will become a cherished favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  •  egg yolk 
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • 8.5 cups apples peeled thinly sliced (3 lb.; 9 medium)
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup cranberries fresh thawed chopped
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • cup mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • serving whipped cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt; mix well. With pastry blender, cut in 1/2 cup butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. In small bowl, combine egg yolk and milk; beat well.
  3. Add to flour mixture; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.
  4. On lightly floured surface, roll dough to form 15x11-inch rectangle.
  5. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch pan. Press in bottom and 1 inch up sides of pan.
  6. Place apples in large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, or until apples are fork-tender.
  7. Add 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup flour, cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon salt; mix well. Spoon apple mixture over crust.
  8. Sprinkle with cranberries.
  9. In medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour, brown sugar and 1/2 cup butter; mix until crumbly.
  10. Sprinkle over fruit.
  11. Bake at 375°F. for 45 to 60 minutes or until topping is deep golden brown, apples are tender and filling is bubbly. Cool 1 hour.
  12. To serve, cut warm dessert into squares; place on individual dessert plates. Top each with caramel topping and ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories454kcal
Protein3.64%
Fat32.58%
Carbs63.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.52
Glycemic Load
32.56
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.6921739681907%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
5.26mg
Delphinidin
0.64mg
Malvidin
0.04mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Peonidin
4.11mg
Catechin
1.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.29mg
Epicatechin
7.03mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.25mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.55mg
Quercetin
4.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:453.77kcal
22.69%
Fat:16.9g
25.99%
Saturated Fat:3.84g
24.01%
Carbohydrates:74.43g
24.81%
Net Carbohydrates:71.02g
25.82%
Sugar:48.33g
53.7%
Cholesterol:19.23mg
6.41%
Sodium:399.4mg
17.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.25g
8.5%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.71%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.62%
Selenium:11.23µg
16.04%
Vitamin A:800.41IU
16.01%
Folate:58.3µg
14.58%
Fiber:3.41g
13.66%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
12.05%
Vitamin B3:1.81mg
9.06%
Iron:1.6mg
8.91%
Phosphorus:70.63mg
7.06%
Vitamin C:5.42mg
6.57%
Vitamin E:0.95mg
6.32%
Potassium:186.65mg
5.33%
Calcium:51.62mg
5.16%
Copper:0.08mg
3.95%
Magnesium:15.22mg
3.81%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.59%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.53%
Vitamin K:2.6µg
2.47%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.32%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.18%