Best 2 Apple Cider Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Apple cider cranberry sauce is a delicious and simple side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is made with fresh apples, cranberries, apple cider, and spices. This sauce is a great way to use up leftover cranberries after Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. It can also be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer. So why not impress your family and friends with this delightful homemade apple cider cranberry sauce? Gather your ingredients and let's get started!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE CIDER CRANBERRY SAUCE



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This is my absolute favorite cranberry sauce. The apple cider and hint of orange combined with the warm spices just makes it special.

Provided by Jay Lynne Stuart

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups apple cider
¾ cup white sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
12 whole cloves
2 ½ cups fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine the apple cider, sugar, cinnamon sticks, orange zest, and cloves in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Turn heat to low; simmer until sugar is dissolved and the flavors are blended, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Stir cranberries into the saucepan, turn heat to high, and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, until cranberries begin to pop, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and cook until sauce begins to thicken, about 5 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks and cloves. Pour into shallow dish to cool and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 10.1 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH APPLE CIDER



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Make and share this Cranberry Sauce With Apple Cider recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup apple cider
1 (12 ounce) package cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil over medium high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer on medium low heat for 20 minutes or until cranberries pop, stirring occasionally.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries are the best choice for this recipe, as they have a tart flavor that pairs well with the sweetness of the apples and cider. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but be sure to thaw them before using.
  • Use a variety of apples. This recipe calls for a combination of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples. Granny Smith apples are tart and crisp, while Honeycrisp apples are sweet and juicy. You can use other varieties of apples, but be sure to use a mix of tart and sweet apples.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries. Cranberries only need to be cooked for a few minutes, until they are softened but still hold their shape. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
  • Let the sauce cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken.
  • Serve the sauce warm or cold. Apple cider cranberry sauce is delicious served warm or cold. If you are serving it warm, reheat it gently over low heat until it is warmed through.

Conclusion:

Apple cider cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner, but it can also be enjoyed all year round. With its tart and sweet flavor, apple cider cranberry sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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