Cranberry Date Spread
Elevate your breakfast routine with this luscious Cranberry Date Spread, a naturally sweet and tangy delight perfect for toast, oatmeal, or as a unique addition to a cheese board. Made with fresh cranberries, pitted dates, and a splash of orange juice, this spread is gently spiced with cinnamon and lightly sweetened with maple syrup for a rich, wholesome flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick simmering process, this easy homemade spread comes together in no time, blending into a smooth, velvety texture. Not only is it refined sugar-free, but it’s also packed with nourishing ingredients, making it a versatile condiment that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Prepare a batch today and enjoy its vibrant flavor throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Pitted dates
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 2 tbsp Maple syrup
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, pitted dates, water, and orange juice.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the dates have softened.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly for 5-10 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup, if desired.
Let the spread cool completely before transferring it to a clean airtight container.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1081 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 281.7 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.9 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 223.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 2459 mg | 52% | |
*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.
