Description
This Homemade Cranberry Sauce recipe is a simple, vibrant, and naturally sweetened condiment perfect for complementing holiday meals or adding a tangy touch to everyday dishes. Made from fresh cranberries cooked with pure maple syrup and citrus juices, it offers a fresh alternative to canned alternatives with a rich, naturally thickened texture and bright flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 oz. fresh cranberries
- 1 cup cranberry juice (or orange, apple, or any other juice combination)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup!)
- 3 Tbsp. orange juice (alternatively orange zest, lemon zest, or lemon juice)
Instructions
- Prepare Cranberries: Wash the cranberries thoroughly under cool running water to remove any debris then place them into a medium-sized saucepan.
- Add Liquids and Sweetener: Pour in the cranberry juice, pure maple syrup, and orange juice (or chosen citrus alternative). Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Sauce: Turn the stove heat to high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid thickens and the cranberries have burst.
- Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat. Transfer the cranberry sauce to a container and refrigerate until ready to serve. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- Use pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup, for a natural sweetness and better flavor.
- Feel free to customize the citrus component by substituting orange juice with lemon juice, or adding zest for extra aroma.
- The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend it slightly after cooking.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
