Best 3 Cider Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Cider cranberry sauce is a classic holiday dish that adds a tangy and sweet flavor to your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. Whether you prefer a simple homemade sauce or a more complex recipe with additional spices and ingredients, there are countless ways to make this delicious dish. In this guide, we will explore some of the best recipes for cider cranberry sauce, providing you with a variety of options to suit your taste and preferences. From classic recipes that have been passed down for generations to contemporary twists on this timeless dish, you're sure to find the perfect recipe to make your holiday meal extra special.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

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.

CIDER CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Original recipe was found in Family Fun magazine. (surprised by the number of excellent recipes in there!) I've basically halved it here. As stated by FF: "more personality and fresh flavor-with a whisper of apple" The pectin naturally found in apples helps the sauce to gel. Our family liked it very much.

Provided by Kitchen Witch Steph

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries (will be 3 cups) or 1 (12 ounce) bag frozen cranberries (will be 3 cups)
3/4 cup apple cider (not apple juice)
2/3 cup sugar
1 -2 slice orange zest
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a nonreactive saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat and cook at a very low boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Transfer sauce to a serving dish. Cover and refrigerate.
  • It will thicken as it chills. You'll need at least 5-6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1.2, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 24.7, Protein 0.2

Tips:

  • Choose fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries are tarter and have a more intense flavor than frozen cranberries. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them completely before using.
  • Use a variety of apples: Different apples will give your sauce different flavors. For a tart sauce, use Granny Smith apples. For a sweeter sauce, use Honeycrisp or Fuji apples.
  • Add spices to taste: Common spices used in cranberry sauce include cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger. Add spices to taste, starting with a small amount and increasing it until you reach the desired flavor.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: Cranberry sauce should be cooked just until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened. Overcooking the sauce will make it bitter.
  • Let the sauce cool before serving: Cranberry sauce is best served cold or at room temperature. Let the sauce cool completely before serving, or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

Cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. Whether you're serving it with turkey at Thanksgiving, pork chops at Christmas, or just enjoying it on its own, cranberry sauce is a surefire hit. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love. So experiment and enjoy!

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