Cran-Apple Sauce

Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
A vibrant, spiced fruit blend perfect for holiday roasts or morning oatmeal
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This Cran-Apple Sauce is a delightful fusion of tart cranberries and sweet, tender apples, elevated with warm spices like mace and coriander. The result is a smooth, glossy sauce that balances bright acidity with comforting sweetness. It’s incredibly versatile, making it an excellent companion for roasted turkey, pork chops, or even as a topping for yogurt and pancakes. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this sauce brings a festive touch to any meal without requiring complex techniques. Its natural vegan profile and rich flavor profile ensure it remains a favorite for everyday cooking or special occasions alike.

Cran-Apple Sauce

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 184.8

Description

This Cran-Apple Sauce is a delightful fusion of tart cranberries and sweet, tender apples, elevated with warm spices like mace and coriander. The result is a smooth, glossy sauce that balances bright acidity with comforting sweetness. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly versatile, making it an excellent companion for roasted turkey, pork chops, or even as a topping for yogurt and pancakes. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this sauce brings a festive touch to any meal without requiring complex techniques. Its natural vegan profile and rich flavor profile ensure it remains a favorite for everyday cooking or special occasions alike.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel and chop 6 large apples into small chunks.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine the chopped apples, 1 cup fresh cranberries, 1/3 cup apple juice, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground mace, and 1/8 teaspoon ground coriander.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the cranberries have burst.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer the warm mixture to a food processor and puree until smooth.
  7. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or storage container, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 184.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g16%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 44.4g
Protein 0.4g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: apple, apples, blending, boiling, cranapple, cranberries, fresh, international, juice, sauce, simmering, vegan, holiday, side dish, spiced, tart, fruit, mace, coriander
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