Pear Honey Cranberry Sauce
Elevate your holiday spread with this irresistible Pear Honey Cranberry Sauce, a refreshing twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with the vibrant tartness of fresh cranberries, the natural sweetness of ripe pears, and the warm, earthy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe promises a perfect balance of flavors. Sweetened naturally with honey and enriched with fresh orange juice and zest, this sauce adds a bright and elegant touch to your table. Whether served alongside roasted turkey or slathered over warm bread, its chunky yet silky texture makes it a versatile showstopper. Ready in just 30 minutes and easy to make ahead, this homemade cranberry sauce is the ideal make-ahead side dish for your festive feasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Cranberries
- 2 medium Pears (ripe but firm)
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse and drain the cranberries. Peel, core, and dice the pears into small pieces.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the honey, orange juice, water, and orange zest. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the honey dissolves.
Add the cranberries, diced pears, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. Mash the cranberries and pears slightly with the back of a spoon for a chunkier texture, or leave it as-is for a smoother texture.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 159 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.7 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 992 mg | 21% | |
*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.
