Cranberry sauce with apples is a flavorful twist to the traditional version and it's a must-have at the holiday table to serve with turkey.
Ingredients
12ounces(340g)fresh cranberries, washed
1cup(142g)diced honeycrisp apples, or Fuji, ¼" dice
½cup(99g)packed dark brown sugar, pure maple syrup, or honey
½cup(120ml)apple juice, or apple cider
½teaspoonground cinnamon
¼teaspoonground nutmeg
1cinnamon stick, optional
Instructions
Combine the Ingredients - In a medium pan, add cranberries, apples, brown sugar, apple juice, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cinnamon stick. Stir to combine.
Simmer the Sauce - Bring sauce to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer, cooking until most cranberries pop, apples are tender, and the mixture has slightly thickened, about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir occasionally, about every 5 minutes.
To Serve - Turn off the heat and remove the cinnamon stick. Taste the sauce and add more sweetener if desired. If needed, add more apple juice for a thinner sauce. Cool slightly to thicken before serving.
Notes
Recipe Yield: 1 1/4 cups
Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Store: Cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.