Spiced Apple Cranberry Sauce

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, spiced fruit sauce blending tart cranberries and sweet apples for a perfect holiday side.
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Spiced Apple Cranberry Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 118.0

Description

This Spiced Apple Cranberry Sauce is a festive and flavorful addition to any holiday table. By combining tart cranberries with sweet, tender apples, this sauce achieves a perfect balance of flavors. The addition of fresh ginger and warm clove adds depth and aroma, while the natural juices from the fruit create a rich, glossy texture. It pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, pork, or game meats. This versatile sauce can be served warm or at room temperature, offering a refreshing contrast to rich, savory dishes. It is an easy-to-make recipe that brings homemade charm to your meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Core and coarsely chop the Granny Smith and McIntosh apples, leaving the skins on.
  2. Place the chopped apples into a large saucepan.
  3. Add the cranberries, apple cider, and sliced ginger root to the saucepan with the apples.
  4. Cover the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and stew the mixture, stirring occasionally.
  6. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the apples are tender.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  8. Press the fruit mixture through a coarse sieve using the back of a spoon to remove skins, seeds, and ginger slices.
  9. Stir the brown sugar and ground clove into the strained sauce, adding gradually to achieve desired sweetness.
  10. Serve the sauce warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 118.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 31.8g11%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g22%
Sugars 22.7g
Protein 0.7g2%

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

Note

Storage: Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Substitutions: You can use all Granny Smith apples for a tarter sauce or all McIntosh for a sweeter, softer texture. Orange juice can be used instead of apple cider for a different flavor profile.

Variations: Add a splash of orange liqueur or brandy for an adult twist. For a thicker sauce, simmer the strained mixture uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Serving: This sauce complements roasted turkey, ham, pork chops, and game meats beautifully.

Keywords: apple, apples, berries, cider, cranberry, cranberries, ginger, granny smith, holiday, holiday side, thanksgiving, christmas, spiced, sauce, fruit sauce, vegan, plant-based, side dish, thanksgiving dinner, christmas dinner
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