Cranberry Tangerine Blueberry Sauce
Brighten up your holiday table or everyday meals with this irresistible Cranberry Tangerine Blueberry Sauce, a vibrant blend of tart cranberries, juicy blueberries, and the sunny sweetness of freshly squeezed tangerine juice. Infused with a hint of warm cinnamon and a touch of vanilla, this quick and easy sauce takes just 20 minutes to prepare and delivers a perfect balance of flavors. The bold zest of tangerine adds a citrusy twist, while the natural sweetness of the blueberries mellows out the cranberry's tanginess. Serve it as a stunning accompaniment to roasted turkey, glazed ham, or even dollop it over creamy desserts like cheesecake. This versatile, make-ahead sauce is guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 0.5 cup tangerine juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon tangerine zest
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries and blueberries under cold water, removing any debris or stems, and set them aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, tangerine juice, tangerine zest, granulated sugar, water, and ground cinnamon.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. As it cooks, the cranberries will begin to burst open, releasing their juices.
After about 5 minutes of simmering, add the fresh blueberries to the saucepan and gently stir to combine.
Continue to cook for an additional 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly and the berries are soft but not completely broken down.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, which enhances the flavor of the sauce.
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or an airtight container if storing. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 151 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.6 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 190.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 628 mg | 13% | |
*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.
