Indulge in the festive flavors of mulled wine and cranberry sorbet, a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. This culinary masterpiece combines the heartwarming aroma of mulled wine with the refreshing tanginess of cranberries, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
Delight in the classic mulled wine recipe, a traditional holiday beverage infused with spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, complemented by the fruity notes of red wine. For a non-alcoholic variation, try the alcohol-free mulled wine, which captures the essence of the original without compromising on flavor.
Experience the refreshing twist of cranberry sorbet, a palate-cleansing dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with a hint of sweetness. This vibrant sorbet is a perfect accompaniment to the mulled wine, offering a delightful contrast in flavors and textures.
Indulge in the ultimate holiday treat with these two recipes, guaranteed to warm your heart and spread cheer during the festive season.
MULLED WINE & CRANBERRY JAM
Make this tart, boozy, mulled wine and cranberry jam that's packed with seasonal flavours. It's ideal for a Christmas buffet to serve with cold meats
Provided by Cate Dixon
Categories Condiment
Time 1h20m
Yield Makes 2 x 324ml jars
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring the wine, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise and orange juice to the boil in a large pan. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 mins until the wine has reduced by half. Remove and discard the aromatics.
- Add the cranberries, both sugars and the orange zest to the pan and cook over a low-medium heat for 10 mins, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved. Simmer for 15-20 mins more until the cranberries have started to burst and soften, creating a glossy, jam-like consistency. Remove from the heat and stir in the brandy, if using.
- Cool a little jam on a teaspoon, then taste and sweeten with a sprinkle of caster sugar if the cranberries are too tart. Return to the heat for 2 mins, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
- Spoon the jam into two 324ml sterilised jars (see tip, below), seal and cool. Will keep chilled for up to three months. Once opened, use within two weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 0.4 grams fiber, Protein 0.1 grams protein
SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY-ORANGE MULLED WINE
Get toasty! Red wine simmers in the slow cooker along with orange, cinnamon, cranberries, and cloves. A couple of glugs of brandy add a nice little kick, too.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 3h15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add wine, orange juice, cranberries, and sugar to a 3-quart or larger Crock Pot. Stir to help sugar begin to dissolve.
- Wash orange thoroughly and stud the orange with the cloves - just stick the cloves directly into the peel, pointy end first. I like to poke it all over with a toothpick first to make holes for the cloves.
- Add the clove-studded orange and the cinnamon sticks to the wine.
- Cook on low for 2 - 3 hours, or until the berries are tender. You can cook it for an hour or two longer if you wish, but take care that it doesn't boil.
- Remove the orange and the cinnamon sticks, then VERY CAREFULLY pour the mulled wine through a fine-mesh sieve into a large heat-proof bowl. Using the back of the spoon, press on the cranberries to get all of the juices into the bowl. A berry or two may burst, so watch out!
- Return wine to the Crock Pot and stir in the brandy. Taste and add additional sugar until it's just sweet enough. I like it just past the pucker point; you may prefer a sweeter mulled wine.
- Ladle into mugs and serve with a cinnamon stick, an orange slice, and/or fresh cranberries pushed onto a cocktail stick, if desired.
- Keep your Crock Pot on the "warm" setting to keep the wine nice and hot. If your Crock Pot doesn't have a warm setting, try alternating between "low" and off.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 8 ounces (1 cup), Calories 211 kcal, Sugar 14 g, Sodium 7 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g
Tips:
- Choose a dry red wine to make the mulled wine. This will help to balance out the sweetness of the cranberries.
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries that have been thawed.
- Add a variety of spices to the mulled wine to give it a festive flavor. Some good options include cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Let the mulled wine simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Strain the mulled wine before serving to remove the spices.
- Serve the mulled wine warm with a garnish of orange peel or a cinnamon stick.
- To make the cranberry sorbet, simply combine the mulled wine, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- When you're ready to serve the sorbet, simply scoop it into bowls and enjoy.
Conclusion:
Mulled wine and cranberry sorbet are both delicious and festive holiday treats. The mulled wine is warm and comforting, while the sorbet is light and refreshing. Both recipes are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love