Cranberry Apple Sauce
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Cranberry Apple Sauce
Description
This Cranberry Apple Sauce recipe uses granulated sugar, water, and a touch of ground cinnamon and salt to build a syrupy base that softens tart cranberries and diced apples during simmering. The fruit mixture cooks until the cranberries pop and the sauce thickens to a pouring consistency with small pieces of fruit remaining, balancing tart and sweet flavors. The diced tart apple contributes firmness and brightness that contrasts with the soft cooked cranberries.
The sauce provides a classic combination often served as a holiday side or condiment but is also suitable for pairing with pork, poultry, or spread on toast. Serving options include chilled or at room temperature. Its fresh, fruity taste is enhanced by the cinnamon, which adds warmth without overpowering the fruit.
The recipe notes suggest that frozen cranberries can be used directly from the freezer, adding a couple extra minutes of simmer time. Leftover sauce stores well covered in the refrigerator for several days. Using tart apples such as Granny Smith maintains texture and sharp flavor balance. The recipe yields about 3 cups, enough for multiple servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12 ounces cranberries picked over (see note 1, fresh
- 1 cup apple peeled and diced (see note 2, tart
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring sugar, water, cinnamon, and salt to boil. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Stir in cranberries and apples. Simmer until slightly thickened and the berries begin to pop, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature or chill.
Notes
- Frozen cranberries can be used without thawing; add 2 extra minutes to simmering time.
- Tart Granny Smith apples hold their shape and provide balancing sharpness in the sauce.
- Store any leftover sauce covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings (1/4 cup each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25 cup | |
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 75mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 53mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 34IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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