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Pumpkin Pie Fries

Cranberry Apple Pie Fries

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes

Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 recipe of pie crust for a double crust pie
  • 2 medium granny smith apples peeled, cored and coarsely chopped (about 4 ounces)
  • 3 ounces cranberries coarsely chopped
  • 6 tablespoons 3-ounces dark brown sugar
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 egg*
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling on the fries

Instructions

  •  Combine apples, cranberries, sugar, salt and cinnamon in a small sauce pan. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cranberries have burst and the apples are soft. 
  • Transfer the mixture to the bowl of a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
  • Preheat the oven to 350.
  • Divide dough in half. Roll out each half into a 10 inch circle on a lightly floured piece of parchment paper. The crust should be 1/4 inch thick. If the circles are slightly smaller than 10 inches that is fine as long as the thickness is right. 
  • Spread the cranberry apple filling evenly over one pie crust, leaving a 1/4 inch border around the edges.  Top with the second crust.
  • Using a pastry cutter (or sharp knife) cut the dough into 3/4 inch strips. Cut the strips in half to make fry shapes. Transfer the fries to a parchment lined cookie sheet. 
  • Combine the egg and one tablespoon of water and beat with a fork to mix. Brush the fries with the egg wash and generously sprinkle the fries with coarse sugar.
  • Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
  • Enjoy these on their own or dipped in Cinnamon Pastry Cream.
  • *To make these vegan omit the egg wash and simply brush the fries with water to help the sugar and spices stick. Here's the recipe for the vegan pie crust.