Every holiday season, I’m reminded of the first time I turned a bowl of leftover cranberry sauce into something magical. As a busy mom who loves creating comfort without complication, I’m always looking for smart, time-saving ideas. This cranberry cream cheese crumb pie brings that simplicity to life — a cozy cranberry crumble pie that transforms canned cranberry jelly recipes or Ocean Spray cranberry sauce into an easy, family-friendly treat. It even works as a no-bake or condensed-milk variation.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This cranberry cream cheese crumb pie is everything you want in an easy holiday dessert: simple steps, big flavor, and endless ways to customize it. If you love a classic cranberry pie or a cozy cranberry crumble pie, this recipe delivers both creaminess and crunch. It’s also perfect for anyone searching for leftover cranberry sauce pie recipes or wondering how to use leftover cranberry sauce without wasting a drop. You can make it using recipes using Ocean Spray cranberry sauce, canned cranberry jelly recipes, or even create a rich ocean spray cranberry cream cheese crumb pie variation.

This easy cranberry cream cheese crumb pie is incredibly flexible. Try a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie no bake version for warmer days or a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie with condensed milk for extra sweetness. Fans of cookie butter pie Taste of Home–style desserts will love how well cookie butter blends with the cranberry sauce crumble topping. Whether you prefer a traditional cranberry cream cheese crumb pie Philadelphia approach or like experimenting with unique flavors, this recipe fits busy schedules, family gatherings, and festive celebrations with zero stress.

Ingredients for This Recipe

Creating this cranberry cream cheese crumb pie is wonderfully simple because each ingredient plays a role in building layers of texture and flavor. The graham cracker crust adds buttery crunch, the cream cheese filling brings smooth richness, and the cranberry layer provides that signature sweet-tart contrast found in a great cranberry pie or cranberry crumble pie. This recipe also works beautifully with leftover cranberry sauce pie recipes, canned cranberry jelly recipes, and recipes using Ocean Spray cranberry sauce, making it extremely flexible for the holidays.

The crumb topping ties everything together with a warm cinnamon finish, perfect for anyone who loves a cozy cranberry sauce crumble. You can elevate it into a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie with condensed milk for added sweetness or adapt it into a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie no bake version. Whether you’re recreating an ocean spray cranberry cream cheese crumb pie or keeping things classic, these ingredients balance comfort, convenience, and creativity.

🛒 Ingredients (for one 9-inch pie):

For the Crust:
— 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
— 6 tbsp melted butter
— 2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Cream Cheese Filling:
— 8 oz cream cheese, softened
— ½ cup granulated sugar
— 1 large egg
— 1 tsp vanilla extract
— Optional: ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk

For the Cranberry Layer:
— 1 ½ cups cranberry sauce (homemade, canned jellied, or leftover)
— Optional: 1 tsp orange zest

For the Crumb Topping:
— ¾ cup all-purpose flour
— ½ cup brown sugar
— ½ tsp cinnamon
— 6 tbsp cold butter, cubed

How to Make This Recipe

Making this easy cranberry cream cheese crumb pie is simple, flexible, and perfect for transforming everyday ingredients into a bakery-style treat. Each step is designed to help you build the creamy base, the bright cranberry layer, and the buttery crumble that gives this dessert its signature cranberry sauce crumble texture. It also works beautifully with leftover cranberry sauce pie recipes, canned cranberry jelly recipes, or recipes using Ocean Spray cranberry sauce—ideal for anyone searching for how to use leftover cranberry sauce in a fresh, exciting way.

You can customize it into a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie with condensed milk for added sweetness, or keep it light with a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie no bake option. Whether you’re aiming for a classic cranberry pie flavor or leaning toward an ocean spray cranberry cream cheese crumb pie inspired by cookie butter pie Taste of Home styles, these steps guide you to a perfect slice every time. This method also supports a comforting cranberry crumble pie finish or even a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie Philadelphia twist.

🛒 Steps:

— Step 1: Mix graham crumbs, butter, and sugar; press into a 9-inch pie dish and bake lightly.
— Step 2: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla, and optional condensed milk until smooth; spread over crust.
— Step 3: Add cranberry sauce layer using homemade, Ocean Spray, or canned cranberry options.
— Step 4: Combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cold butter until crumbly; sprinkle over filling.
— Step 5: Bake until golden, cool fully, then chill for clean slices.

Expert Cooking Tips

Creating the perfect easy cranberry cream cheese crumb pie is all about enhancing flavor, texture, and flexibility. Since this recipe works with so many variations—like cranberry crumble pie, cranberry pie, or even cranberry sauce crumble styles—you can adapt it to whatever you have on hand. If you’re using leftover cranberry sauce pie recipes or learning how to use leftover cranberry sauce after a holiday meal, this dessert makes it effortless. It also pairs well with canned cranberry jelly recipes and recipes using Ocean Spray cranberry sauce, giving you multiple options for sweetness and tartness.

To intensify creaminess, you can turn this into a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie with condensed milk, or keep it lighter with a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie no bake twist for warm-weather days. Fans of cookie butter pie Taste of Home desserts can swirl a spoonful of cookie butter into the filling for richer depth. Whether you’re leaning toward an ocean spray cranberry cream cheese crumb pie or a classic cranberry cream cheese crumb pie Philadelphia approach, these expert tips will guide you to a flawless result every time.

💡 Expert Tips:

— Use cold butter in the crumble to achieve that perfect crisp cranberry sauce crumble texture.
— For a sweeter cranberry layer, blend homemade sauce with canned cranberry jelly recipes.
— To intensify richness, add condensed milk for a fuller cranberry cream cheese crumb pie with condensed milk flavor.
— Create depth by swirling cookie butter into the filling for a cookie butter pie Taste of Home twist.
— For a lighter version, make a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie no bake by skipping the egg and chilling instead of baking.
— Add orange zest to brighten a cranberry crumble pie or cranberry pie variation.
— When using recipes using Ocean Spray cranberry sauce, reduce sugar slightly since it’s naturally sweet.
— For a traditional feel, stick to a cranberry cream cheese crumb pie Philadelphia style with simple, classic ingredients.

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This cranberry cream cheese crumb pie is a versatile, family-friendly dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping treat. Whether you’re making a classic cranberry pie, a cozy cranberry crumble pie, or experimenting with leftover cranberry sauce pie recipes, it’s quick, easy, and adaptable. From ocean spray cranberry cream cheese crumb pie variations to a no-bake or condensed milk version, every slice delivers creamy, tangy, and crunchy perfection. Perfect for holidays, weeknights, or special occasions, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves comforting, customizable desserts.

Cranberry Cream Cheese Crumb Pie

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: 40–45 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A luscious holiday pie featuring a smooth cream cheese layer, a bright and tangy cranberry filling, and a buttery golden crumble on top. Perfect for using leftover cranberry sauce or elevating a classic seasonal flavor into a show-stopping dessert. Creamy, sweet, tart, and crunchy — this pie has it all.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (for one 9-inch pie):

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

• 6 tbsp melted butter

• 2 tbsp granulated sugar

For the Cream Cheese Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Optional: ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk for extra richness

For the Cranberry Layer:

• 1 ½ cups cranberry sauce (homemade, canned jellied, or leftover)

• Optional: 1 tsp orange zest

For the Crumb Topping:

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• 6 tbsp cold butter, cubed

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Instructions

📝 Instructions: Step 1: Prepare Crust

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.
Bake for 8 minutes, then let cool slightly.

Step 2: Make Cream Cheese Layer

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Mix in egg, vanilla, and condensed milk (if using).
Spread evenly over the crust.

Step 3: Add Cranberry Layer

Spoon cranberry sauce over the cream cheese.
Swirl lightly or leave as a clean layer.

Step 4: Assemble Crumb Topping

Combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Cut in cold butter until mixture forms crumbs.
Sprinkle evenly over the cranberry layer.

Step 5: Bake Pie

 

Bake for 35–40 minutes, until topping is golden and center is set.
Cool completely, then chill 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

• Leftover Hack: Perfect for extra Thanksgiving cranberry sauce.
• No-Bake Version: Skip the egg, use a no-bake crust, and chill instead of bake.
• Flavor Boost: A tablespoon of cookie butter mixed into the cream cheese adds bakery-style depth.
• Serving Tip: Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the dreamiest finish.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
• Category: Dessert / Holiday Pie
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: American