CRANBERRY-APPLE PIE SQUARES

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Combine two holiday fruit favorites in this inviting pie, with a basic crust and a special caramel and ice cream topping.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup milk
8 1/2 cups thinly sliced, peeled baking apples (3 lb.; about 9 medium)
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup caramel ice cream topping, heated
Vanilla or cinnamon ice cream, if desired

Steps:

  • 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.
  • In small bowl, combine egg yolk and milk; beat well. Add to flour mixture; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.
  • On lightly floured surface, roll dough to form 15x11-inch rectangle. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch pan. Press in bottom and 1 inch up sides of pan.
  • 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. Add 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup flour, cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon salt; mix well. Spoon apple mixture over crust. Sprinkle with cranberries.
  • In medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour, brown sugar and 1/2 cup butter; mix until crumbly. Sprinkle over fruit.
  • 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.
  • To serve, cut warm dessert into squares; place on individual dessert plates. Top each with caramel topping and ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 80 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1/12 of Recipe, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 50 g

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I've tried several different recipes for cranberry apple pie squares, but this one is by far the best. The crust is flaky and the filling is perfectly tart and sweet.


zara rose beauty
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These squares are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone will love them.


Nasir Khaan
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I loved these squares. The apples and spices really balanced out the tartness of the cranberries.


Ntando Boo
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These cranberry apple pie squares are the perfect fall dessert. They're warm, comforting, and full of flavor.


Crack Ninja
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I love the combination of cranberries and apples in these squares. They're the perfect balance of tart and sweet.


leopi purin
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These squares are so delicious and easy to make. I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


Simon Blakai
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I've been making these cranberry apple pie squares for years and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Benjamin Hoff
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I made these cranberry apple pie squares for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


kato koto
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These are the best cranberry apple pie squares I've ever had! The recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing.


PAPO Bhai
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cranberry apple pie squares were absolutely delicious. The crust was perfectly flaky and the filling was bursting with flavor.


Khansa Altom
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The cranberry apple pie squares were delicious! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was tart and sweet. I would definitely make these again.


Nathmi Dilrukshi
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I can usually whip up a batch of these squares in about an hour, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Tipu Gujjar
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These cranberry apple pie squares were a hit at my Thanksgiving gathering! The combination of tart cranberries and sweet apples was perfect, and the flaky crust was simply divine. I've already been asked for the recipe!