Chunky Apple and Cranberry Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with this irresistibly flavorful Chunky Apple and Cranberry Sauce, a perfect blend of tart cranberries, sweet apples, and warm spices. This recipe combines fresh, vibrant ingredients like zesty orange juice and peel, earthy cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg, creating a sauce that's both comforting and festive. Unlike traditional smooth cranberry sauces, this version boasts a delightful chunky texture, with softened apple pieces and bursting cranberries adding bursts of flavor to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy make-ahead side dish that tastes even better after chilling. Serve it alongside roasted turkey, ham, or your favorite vegetarian main for a tangy-sweet accent that’s sure to impress. With just the right balance of sweetness and spice, this homemade cranberry sauce will be the star of your holiday spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 2 medium Apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Light brown sugar
- 0.5 cups Orange juice
- 0.5 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and pat dry. Set aside.
Peel, core, and dice the apples into bite-sized chunks.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, orange juice, and water. Stir together and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
Add the cranberries, diced apples, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the saucepan.
Stir gently to combine and let the mixture return to a low boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst, the apples have softened, and the mixture thickens. Some cranberries and apple pieces should remain intact for a chunky texture.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the orange zest.
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a serving dish or airtight container if storing.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance the flavors. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 80 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
