Apple and Dried Cranberry Pandowdy Recipe

Name: Apple and Dried Cranberry Pandowdy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 recipe flaky pie dough; 3 tablespoons light molasses; 1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 8 Golden delicious apples, peeled, cored and sliced; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated gingerroot; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground clove; 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into bits; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar; Heavy cream as an accompaniment

Servings: persons

1/2 recipe flaky pie dough
3 tablespoons light molasses
1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
8 Golden delicious apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground clove
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into bits
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
Heavy cream as an accompaniment

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Make pastry and chill 30 minutes.
2
In large heavy saucepan combine molasses, sugar, flour, apples, cranberries, spices, lemon peel and 3 tablespoons of butter.
3
Bring to boil and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until apples are softened.
4
Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish and dot with butter.
5
On a lightly floured surface roll out pastry into a round about 1/8-inch thick and trim it so that it will just fit inside the baking dish.
6
Cover fruit with pastry, brush with cream and sprinkle with sugar.
7
With the point of a small sharp knife cut three steam vents in the center of the crust.
8
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
9
Remove baking dish from oven and with a sharp knife cut the crust and fruit into 2-inch pieces, pushing crust into fruit with back of a spatula so that juices bubble up over top of crust.
10
Bake 15 minutes more.
11
Serve warm with cream.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 recipe flaky pie dough, 3 tablespoons light molasses, 1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Apple and Dried Cranberry Pandowdy falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apple and Dried Cranberry Pandowdy

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