Farmhouse Cranberry Applesauce for the Holiday Table
Add a burst of festive flavor to your holiday table with this Farmhouse Cranberry Applesauce, a delightful twist on a classic side dish. Made with a medley of sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith and vibrant fresh cranberries, this comforting recipe balances the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg with a splash of zesty lemon juice. Simmered to perfection, the apples and cranberries create a luscious, ruby-hued sauce that’s perfect for pairing with roasted meats or holiday desserts. Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, this homemade applesauce is a crowd-pleasing blend of rustic charm and seasonal cheer, whether served warm or chilled. A must-have addition to any festive menu!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.75 cups water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the apples into 1-inch chunks. Set aside.
Rinse the cranberries and discard any that are soft or damaged.
In a large saucepan, combine the apples, cranberries, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, water, lemon juice, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pan with a lid, leaving a slight gap for steam to escape.
Simmer the mixture for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the cranberries have burst. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer.
Using a potato masher or wooden spoon, mash the mixture to your desired consistency. For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender.
Taste the applesauce and adjust the sweetness with additional sugar if needed.
Let the applesauce cool for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a serving bowl. Serve warm or refrigerate and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 629 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 370.2 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.8 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1695 mg | 36% | |
*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.
