Best 2 Cranberry Orange Applesauce Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Cranberry Orange Applesauce, a symphony of sweet, tart, and tangy flavors that will awaken your senses. This versatile sauce is not only a perfect accompaniment to your favorite breakfast dishes like pancakes, waffles, and french toast, but also an ideal ingredient for烘焙食谱。

From the classic Cranberry Orange Applesauce that bursts with the goodness of fresh cranberries, oranges, and apples, to the enticing Slow Cooker Cranberry Applesauce that effortlessly blends these flavors with a hint of cinnamon, each recipe in this collection offers a unique and delectable experience.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, our No Sugar Added Cranberry Applesauce provides a guilt-free indulgence, while the Spiced Cranberry Applesauce adds a touch of warmth with its blend of spices. And for those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Cranberry Applesauce ensures everyone can savor this delightful treat.

No matter your preference, our diverse selection of Cranberry Orange Applesauce recipes guarantees a flavor explosion that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Explore the culinary possibilities and elevate your breakfast and baking creations with these exceptional recipes.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-ORANGE APPLESAUCE

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Try something new alongside roast pork or chicken, or with yogurt, ice cream, pound cake, or oatmeal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

3 1/2 pounds apples, such as McIntosh, Gala, and Braeburn
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup fresh orange juice (from 2 to 3 oranges)
2 tablespoons dark-brown sugar

Steps:

Peel, core, and slice apples.
In a large pot, bring apples, cranberries, orange juice, and 1/2 cup water to a boil over high. Reduce heat and simmer until apples are very soft and falling apart, 25 to 30 minutes.
Mash with a potato masher or pulse in a food processor until smooth with small chunks remaining. Add sugar.
Let cool, then transfer applesauce to airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1 g

CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE WITH ORANGE AND PEARS

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Slightly tart cranberry applesauce, a favorite of my step-daughter and my 16-month-old grandchild. I use orange juice and pears to sweeten the sauce in lieu of granulated sugar. I finish with a small amount of honey -- so small that the pediatrician cleared this for the grandchild at 6 months. I use a 6-1/2 quart Le Creuset pot, and puree to desired consistency in a Vitamix. For the 6-mo.-old, her mom froze this in ice cube trays; today her dad froze this in 1-quart heavy-duty resealable freezer bags. If you prefer a decidedly sweet sauce, add 1/2 cup brown sugar to the orange juice and heat until sugar has dissolved before adding apple slices, etc., or adjust at the end by adding simple syrup to desired sweetness. This mixture will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days.

Provided by KateL

Categories Sauces

Time 1h

Yield 4 quarts, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons orange rind, finely grated
1 -2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
5 lbs gala apples, peeled and cored and cut in wedges
2 ripe bosc pears, peeled and cored and cut in wedges
12 ounces fresh cranberries, washed and picked over or 12 ounces frozen cranberries, thawed
2 -3 tablespoons honey
3 inches cinnamon sticks

Steps:

Put orange juice, orange rind and lemon juice in stockpot or 6-1/2-quart pot.
Peel, core and slice one apple at a time, adding slices to pot and tossing slices in the liquid (to prevent browning).
Peel, core and slice one pear at a time, adding slices to pot and tossing slices in the liquid.
Add cranberries and honey and mix well. Immerse the cinnamon stick in the middle.
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer until apples are very soft, about 15-20 minutes. Remove the cinnamon stick and discard.
If using a Vitamix, the mixture does not need to cool before pureeing; otherwise, let mixture cool 20 minutes before pureeing in batches to desired consistency.

Tips:

Choose the right cranberries. Fresh or frozen cranberries are best for this recipe. Avoid using cranberries that are bruised or moldy.
Use a variety of apples. This will give the applesauce a more complex flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples.
Peel and core the apples before cooking. This will make the applesauce smoother and easier to eat.
Cook the applesauce over low heat. This will help to prevent the applesauce from burning or sticking to the pot.
Add the cranberries and orange juice towards the end of the cooking time. This will help to preserve the flavor and color of the cranberries.
Sweeten the applesauce to taste. You can use sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
Serve the applesauce warm or cold. It can be enjoyed on its own, or used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or yogurt.

Conclusion:

This cranberry orange applesauce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this applesauce is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.