The New Basics Maple Cranberry Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with "The New Basics Maple Cranberry Sauce," a delightful twist on the classic side dish that perfectly balances tart and sweet flavors. Made with fresh cranberries, pure maple syrup, and a splash of fresh orange juice, this sauce is infused with warm cinnamon and brightened by a touch of orange zest. A hint of vanilla extract adds luxurious depth, while a pinch of salt enhances every nuanced note. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy cranberry sauce is the perfect accompaniment to roasted turkey, ham, or even a cheese platter. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile and show-stopping addition to your festive feast. With its vibrant color and natural sweetness, this homemade cranberry sauce is a true holiday essential!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups Pure maple syrup
- 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 cups Water
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and set them aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the maple syrup, orange juice, water, and orange zest.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the cranberries and ground cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to pop and the sauce thickens slightly, about 10–12 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate if not serving immediately. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
379 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 154 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 497 mg | 11% | |
*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.
