Cranberries with Caramel Sauce
Transform your holiday dessert table with this stunning recipe for Cranberries with Caramel Sauce, a perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and indulgent flavors. Fresh, plump cranberries are simmered to tender perfection in a rich, buttery caramel sauce made from scratch with granulated sugar, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla. The vibrant cranberries add a burst of color and tartness that perfectly complements the smooth, velvety caramel. Ready in just 30 minutes, this elegant dessert is ideal for festive gatherings or a cozy treat at home. Serve warm over ice cream, spooned onto pancakes, or simply enjoyed on its own for a show-stopping finish to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and drain them well. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it boil without stirring until it turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes. Keep a close eye on the caramel to ensure it doesn’t burn.
Once the caramel reaches the desired color, carefully remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly whisk in the heavy cream. Be cautious, as the mixture will bubble vigorously.
Stir in the unsalted butter, one tablespoon at a time, until fully melted and incorporated.
Add the vanilla extract and salt, stirring to combine.
Return the saucepan to low heat and add the cranberries. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring gently, until the cranberries begin to soften and burst, but still hold their shape.
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. The caramel sauce will thicken as it cools.
Transfer the cranberries with caramel sauce to a serving dish or jar. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.4 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.0 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1283 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.3 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 217.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 341 mg | 7% | |
*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.
