Cranberry Maple Syrup
Elevate your breakfast game with this luscious Cranberry Maple Syrup, a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spiced flavors. Made with vibrant fresh cranberries, pure maple syrup, and a hint of orange zest, this syrup boasts a rich, festive flair that’s ideal for pancakes, waffles, or French toast. A touch of ground cinnamon and vanilla extract adds cozy warmth, while a quick simmer ensures a smooth, velvety texture—or keep it chunky for added texture and bursts of cranberry goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade syrup is a delicious way to brighten any morning or holiday brunch. Plus, it’s fridge-friendly, making it a perfect make-ahead treat for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup Pure maple syrup
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cool water and set them aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, water, and granulated sugar.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and softened.
Add the pure maple syrup, orange zest, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan.
Stir the mixture well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool slightly.
For a smooth texture, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl or jar, using a spoon to press out as much liquid as possible. For a chunkier texture, you can skip this step.
Transfer the cranberry maple syrup to a jar or bottle and let it cool completely before sealing.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 160 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.8 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 430 mg | 9% | |
*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.
