Cranberry Apricot Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant, sweet-tart Cranberry Apricot Sauce—a delightful twist on the classic cranberry side dish. Featuring fresh cranberries, plump dried apricots, and a splash of orange juice, this recipe balances tangy and fruity flavors with warm notes of cinnamon and ginger. A touch of honey and orange zest adds natural sweetness and citrusy brightness, while the soft apricot pieces provide subtle texture. Perfectly suited for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 25 minutes and can be made ahead of time, making it both convenient and crowd-pleasing. Serve it alongside roasted turkey, ham, or even as a topping for baked brie or desserts—it’s a must-try side dish that your guests will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and set aside.
Chop the dried apricots into small pieces and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the cranberries, chopped apricots, honey, orange zest, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt to the saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. You can use the back of a spoon to gently mash some of the cranberries for a smoother texture.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool for 10-15 minutes. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or an airtight container if making ahead. Refrigerate for up to a week or serve immediately at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 603 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.5 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1598 mg | 34% | |
*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.
