Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our exquisite Cranberry Apple Sauce II. This vibrant sauce combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the crisp, juicy flavor of apples, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Whether you're looking for a classic Thanksgiving accompaniment or a versatile condiment to elevate your everyday meals, this sauce is sure to please. With two variations to choose from, you can tailor the sauce to your preferences. The traditional Cranberry Apple Sauce II offers a harmonious blend of cranberries, apples, sugar, and spices, while the Sparkling Cranberry Apple Sauce adds a touch of effervescence with sparkling apple cider. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for busy home cooks. Get ready to elevate your meals with this delicious and versatile sauce!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CINNAMON APPLE CRANBERRY SAUCE
Get Aaron McCargo Jr.'s Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Sauce recipe for Food Network.
Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the cranberry juice, cranberries, cinnamon and sugar. Bring to a boil and let cook for 5 minutes. Add the apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have softened and apples are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove 8 ounces of the liquid to a small bowl and whisk in the cornstarch. Slowly add the cornstarch-juice mixture (slurry) to the cranberry mixture, stirring constantly. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and pour into a serving bowl. Refrigerate until thickened, about 30 minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks and serve.
EASY CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE
This bright pink applesauce is simple enough for a weeknight supper and festive enough for special occasions. It's a favorite with my family and friends and looks fabulous at a Christmas dinner! You can substitute Splenda® for the sugar.
Provided by Annette Zipple Walen
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Cranberry Sauce Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir apples, cranberries, sugar, water, cinnamon, and salt together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook until apples and cranberries are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir lemon juice into cranberry mixture.
- Mash cranberry mixture with a wooden spoon or fork to make a chunky sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 2.1 mg, Sugar 24.7 g
APPLE PIE CRANBERRY SAUCE
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine all of the ingredients with 1 cup water. Bring to a boil over high heat then reduce the heat to simmer, stirring occasionally, just until the cranberries burst, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool to room temperature.
CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH APPLES
Fall flavors! Traditional cranberry sauce with the addition of Granny Smith apples. The pectin in the apples helps the sauce to set and brings another layer of flavor to a classic recipe. Make it several days in advance to relieve some of the holiday stress.
Provided by Baking Nana
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Cranberry Sauce Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place cranberries, apples, water, sugar, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until cranberries pop and apples are soft, about 20 minutes.
- Let cool completely before refrigerating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 25.7 g
CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE
Instead of the usual jellied cranberry sauce, I serve this refreshing alternative. It's not too sweet and not too sour...plus it's a snap to make.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 3-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir water and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add apples; cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often. Add cranberries; cover and cook until apples are tender and berries pop, about 15 minutes. , Mash until sauce reaches desired consistency. Stir in zest, ginger and cinnamon. Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer. Serve warm or refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
CRANBERRY SAUCE
I turn to this recipe frequently because I can prepare it a day ahead-it's so convenient when company's coming. And with only a trace of fat, the fruity side dish is nutritious and delicious.-Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield about 2-3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place cranberries, sugar and cranberry-raspberry juice in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until berries pop, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally., Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice. Transfer to a bowl; cool slightly. Refrigerate, covered, until cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
Tips:
- For a sweeter sauce, add more sugar or honey to taste.
- If you like a tarter sauce, add more cranberries.
- To make a chunky sauce, chop the apples and cranberries into larger pieces.
- For a smoother sauce, purée the apples and cranberries after cooking.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Serve cranberry-apple sauce warm or cold.
Conclusion:
Cranberry-apple sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many ways. It is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner, but it can also be enjoyed as a spread on sandwiches, as a topping for pancakes or waffles, or as a simple snack. With its tart and sweet flavor, cranberry-apple sauce is a great way to add a touch of autumn to any meal.
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