Description

Maple Sweetened Cranberry Sauce is a vibrant, sweet-tart condiment that elevates any meal. Made with fresh cranberries and pure maple syrup, this easy-to-make sauce adds a festive touch to your table. Perfect for Thanksgiving or drizzled over pancakes, its delicious flavor will impress guests and family alike. Whip it up in just 30 minutes and enjoy the burst of flavors that will leave everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups fresh cranberries
1 cup pure maple syrup
Zest of 1 orange
1/2 cup water
1 cinnamon stick

Instructions

Rinse cranberries under cool water, discarding any damaged ones.
In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, maple syrup, orange zest, water, and cinnamon stick.
Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until cranberries burst (about 10-15 minutes).
Remove from heat, discard the cinnamon stick, and let cool slightly before transferring to a serving dish.
Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving for optimal flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 110
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Customize by adding diced apples or extra spices like nutmeg. Substitute maple syrup with honey or agave nectar for different sweetness levels. Store leftovers in an airtight container; it lasts up to two weeks in the fridge.