Description
Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant, naturally sweetened cranberry sauce. By replacing refined sugar with pure maple syrup and adding a touch of orange zest and warm cinnamon, this recipe highlights the natural, tart brightness of fresh cranberries. It is a sophisticated, rustic side dish that pairs perfectly with roasted poultry, offering a clean and delicious alternative to canned versions.
Ingredients
12 ounces fresh cranberries
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and remove any bruised or soft berries.
Combine the cranberries, maple syrup, orange juice, and cinnamon stick in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the berries begin to burst and the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh orange zest.
Remove and discard the cinnamon stick.
Let the sauce cool completely; it will thicken significantly as it sits.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze this sauce for up to three months. For a smoother texture, you can lightly mash the berries with a fork once they have finished cooking.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Seasonal Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg