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Posted by Noble Pig at Wednesday, October 15, 2008 12:55 AM
Categories: .Desserts



The abundance of apples this time of year takes dessert to a whole new level.  The possibilities are endless and a welcome change from fruits of summer.

I love apple pie but it's fun to change it up a bit.  These Cranberry-Apple Cobblers are a festive, fuss-free ending to a special meal.  I love how the bursting cranberries ooze over the sides of the dish. 

For those of you who have an aversion to pumpkin desserts, this would be a great ending to your Thanksgiving meal.  It's sweet and tart with a great variance in texture.  If you don't believe me you'll have to try it yourself.

This is also my entry into World Food Day hosted by Val over at More Than Burnt Toast.  The objectives of World Food Day are to heighten our awareness to world hunger and bring to our attention what we can do about it personally.  We're going to need dessert at this event, so here it is Val!



Let's make it now...




Here's what you'll need to whip these up: Apples, an orange, fresh cranberries, walnuts, butter, all-purpose flour, eggs, vanilla extract, golden raisins, salt and powdered sugar.




In a large bowl, toss together sliced apples, 1 cup fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts and 1/4 cup golden raisins.




Butter four 5-inch quiche dishes or individual pie pans.  Spoon apple mixture evenly into prepared dishes. 




In another bowl, combine 2 eggs, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, butter, the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons orange zest, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/8 teaspoon salt.  Stir with a fork until smooth. 




Spread the topping evenly over the fruit mixture.




Bake about 30 minutes in a 350 degree oven or until topping is golden and fruit is tender.  Cool slightly on a wire rack.  Sift powdered sugar over the tops.  Serve warm.




Enjoy with your coffee.




Imagine these on your holiday table....




Words are not necessary here, are they?

Cranberry-Apple Cobblers
Adapted from Holiday Cooking

2 medium baking apples (such as Granny Smith, Jonathan, Rome Beauty or York Imperial), peeled, cored and sliced
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup golden raisins
2 eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons orange zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar

In a large bowl, toss together sliced apples, cranberries, 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar, walnuts and golden raisins.

Butter four 5-inch quiche dishes or individual pie pans.  Spoon apple mixture evenly into prepared dishes. 

For the topping, combine eggs, all-purpose flour, butter, the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, orange zest, vanilla extract and salt.  Stir with a fork until smooth.  Spread the topping evenly over the fruit mixture.

Bake about 30 minutes in a 350 degree oven or until topping is golden and fruit is tender.  Cool slightly on a wire rack.  Sift powdered sugar over the tops.  Serve warm.


Halloween-A-Day-Photo



Halloween signs everywhere, here's a look at one...yes, there's more to come.

 
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