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Cranberry Orange Cream Pie

Decadent Cranberry Orange Cream Pie for Effortless Festivities

This Cranberry Orange Cream Pie combines sweet oranges and tart cranberries for a festive dessert that's no-bake and simple to prepare.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers crushed to make a sweet, crunchy base for the pie. Substitution: Use a store-bought graham cracker crust if you're short on time.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar helps sweeten the crust and bind it together.
For the Cranberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries adds vibrant tartness to the filling. Note: Fresh cranberries are preferred for flavor; frozen can be used, but they may require extra cooking time.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice brings bright, citrusy notes to the mix. Fresh juice is recommended for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Orange Zest enhances the orange flavor and aroma in the filling.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar balances the tartness of the cranberries. You can substitute with honey or agave syrup for a natural sweetener.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adds aromatic depth to the filling. Imitation vanilla may be used, but it won't have the same quality.
For the Cream Layer
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese provides a rich and creamy base for the filling. Make sure it's softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream vital for the whipped cream topping, creating lightness. For a lower-fat option, consider using a lighter cream or whipped coconut cream.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar sweetens and stabilizes the whipped cream. Not recommended to replace, as granulated sugar won’t dissolve as well.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Pie Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Orange Cream Pie
  1. Prepare Graham Cracker Crust: In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until they achieve a fine crumb texture. Combine the crumbs with sugar and melted butter, mixing until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie pan.
  2. Make Cranberry Filling: In a medium saucepan, prepare the cranberry filling by adding fresh cranberries and fresh orange juice. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat and add orange zest, sugar, and vanilla extract, then let it simmer for about 6-7 minutes. Allow it to cool completely.
  3. Whip the Cream: Chill a mixing bowl in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes. Once cold, add heavy whipping cream and whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add orange juice, zest, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until the cream reaches stiff peaks.
  4. Combine and Layer: In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually fold in the cooled cranberry filling until well combined. Carefully fold half of the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture. Spread this filling over the prepared graham cracker crust, using remaining whipped cream to top the pie.
  5. Chill: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Once chilled, slice into wedges and serve with garnishes like orange zest or fresh cranberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This no-bake cranberry orange cream pie is quick to prepare and perfect for impressing guests without the fuss of baking.

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