No Fuss Blueberry Cranberry Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
259 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
North American
No Fuss Blueberry Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Description
The sauce begins by boiling sugar and water to dissolve the sugar and create a sweet base. Fresh cranberries and frozen blueberries are added along with cinnamon and lemon peel, which together provide a balance of tart, sweet, and aromatic notes. The mixture is returned to a boil then simmered until the berries burst and cook down, thickening the sauce and melding the flavors. The result is a vibrant sauce with a mix of textures from whole berries and softened fruit.
This sauce works well as an accompaniment for holiday roasts or as a fruity spread. The combination of cranberries and blueberries gives a colorful twist on traditional cranberry sauce with added depth from the lemon zest and cinnamon. The balance between tartness and sweetness can be adjusted by sugar amount or simmer time.
After cooking, the sauce can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. It also freezes well if placed in freezer-safe containers or jars, retaining quality for up to a year. To reheat, thaw gently in the refrigerator and warm slowly on the stove or microwave, stirring for even heating.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup water
- 3 cups Cranberry whole, fresh
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries frozen
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon peel dried or fresh lemon zest
Instructions
- Heat the sugar and water in a 3-quart or larger Dutch oven (or other heavy-bottomed pot) over medium-high heat until boiling.
- Add the cranberries, frozen blueberries, cinnamon, and lemon peel (or zest).
- Allow the mixture to return to a boil, then turn the heat down to medium-low and simmer for 15-30 minutes, until the cranberries have burst and softened.
Notes
- Store the sauce in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 10-14 days.
- Freeze leftovers in freezer-safe containers or Mason jars for up to one year.
- To reheat frozen sauce, thaw in the fridge first, then warm gently on low heat or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.4g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 59g | 118% |
| Vitamin A | 76IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.5
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