Best 8 Easy Cranberry Applesauce Recipes
When it comes to creating a delicious and easy side dish, cranberry applesauce is an excellent choice. This classic combination of tart and sweet flavors adds a vibrant touch to any meal. With its simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, cranberry applesauce is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you're looking for a quick snack or a flavorful addition to your feast, this easy-to-make recipe will leave your taste buds delighted. Discover the secrets to creating the perfect cranberry applesauce, ensuring a burst of flavor in every bite.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE
Fresh cranberries bring a pleasing tartness and beautiful ruby color to basic applesauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 45m
Yield Makes 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine apples, cranberries, cinnamon stick, sugar, and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender, 30 to 35 minutes. (If sauce begins to stick to the bottom of the pan, add 2 to 4 tablespoons more water.)
- Remove from heat; discard cinnamon stick. Stir in lemon juice.
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
CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE MUFFINS
I start making these in November and don't stop till Spring! They are a great addition to a Christmas brunch or egg casserole and the aroma while they bake is heavenly!
Provided by MISS ALIX
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Apple Muffin Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a muffin pan, or use paper liners.
- In a small bowl, mix together applesauce, oil and egg. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Make a well in the center, and pour in egg mixture. Stir until just moistened. Fold in cranberries and pecans. Spoon into muffin cups, 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 2 minutes before removing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 208.6 mg, Sugar 11 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 APPLESAUCE
A wonderful compliment to many dishes. Also a great side for the "2013 Thanksgiv-ukkah", as it goes very well with Recipe #509834. Super easy to make and yummy. I hope you enjoy this recipe.
Provided by rosie316
Categories Apple
Time 50m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pan, combine cranberries, spices, sugar and wine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, peel and core apples and cut into 1/2" cubes, and add to the cranberry mixture after the original 20 minutes of simmering and mix well. Cover the sauce pan and continue to simmer an additional 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If sauce begins to stick, add a small amount of water.
- Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- Enjoy!
CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE
Categories Sauce Fruit Juice Food Processor Side Quick & Easy Cranberry Apple Fall Cinnamon Gourmet
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan cook the apples, the cranberries, the sugar, the apple juice or water, the cinnamon stick, and the zest over moderate heat, stirring, for 15 minutes, or until the apples are very soft. Discard the cinnamon stick and the zest, force the apple mixture through the medium disk of a food mill into a bowl, and stir in the butter. Serve the applesauce warm or chilled. The applesauce keeps, covered and chilled, for 1 week.
EASY CRANBERRY APPLESAUCE
Saw this recipe on tv once...cheap, easy and delicious recipes for the holidays! Made it and everyone LOVED it at dinner, most were surprised at how easy the recipe was, they thought it was more complicated! Year after year family members remind me to make this for Thanksgiving dinner!
Provided by jaegersmom
Categories Chutneys
Time 35m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mix ingredients in a 9x13-inch pan.
- Put in a 350° oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Stir once while baking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.6, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 66.2, Carbohydrate 65.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 53.7, Protein 2.5
EASY CRAN-APPLE SAUCE
"I often fix this sweet-tart combination as a side dish with a turkey dinner," says Romaine Wetzel of Ronks, Pennsylvania. "It's also delicious as a last-minute dessert topped with whipped cream," she suggests.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a bowl, break apart cranberry sauce with a fork. Stir in applesauce. Refrigerate until serving. Garnish with whipped topping if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
Tips:
- Choose firm, tart cranberries for the best flavor.
- Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor profile.
- Add a pinch of salt to the applesauce to balance out the sweetness.
- Cook the applesauce over low heat to prevent burning.
- Stir the applesauce frequently to prevent sticking.
- If the applesauce is too thick, add a little water or apple juice.
- If the applesauce is too tart, add a little sugar or honey.
- Serve the applesauce warm or cold, with or without whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Cranberry applesauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover cranberries and apples. With its bright red color and tart flavor, cranberry applesauce is a festive addition to any holiday table.
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