Ingredients and Weight:
- Pie crust mix (1 box)
- Cold water (1/4 cup)
- Salted butter (1/4 cup)
- Granny Smith apples (3, peeled and sliced)
- Fresh or frozen cranberries (1 cup)
- Granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
- Brown sugar (1/4 cup)
- Ground cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)
- Ground nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon)
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the pie crust according to the package directions and press into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
- In a large bowl, combine apples, cranberries, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss to coat.
- Spread the apple-cranberry mixture evenly over the pie crust.
- Dot with butter and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
Nutritional Information (per slice):
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tart flavor profile
- Rustic and homey appearance
- Ideal for a cozy fall dessert
User Comments:
- "This tart is absolutely delicious! The combination of apples and cranberries is perfect."
- "The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was just the right amount of tartness."
- "I love that this recipe is so easy to follow. It's a great dessert for beginners."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a tart pan, you can use a regular 9-inch pie plate. Just be sure to trim the crust around the edges after baking.
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake the crust for 10 minutes before filling.
- If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can substitute frozen cranberries that have been thawed.
