Cranberry Barbecue Sauce

Transform your barbecue game with this tangy, sweet, and smoky Cranberry Barbecue Sauce, a versatile condiment that's perfect for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or holiday leftovers. This easy-to-make recipe combines the tartness of fresh or frozen cranberries with the rich flavors of ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. A hint of smoked paprika and classic spices like garlic and onion powder add depth, while apple cider vinegar provides a zesty kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this homemade sauce can be puréed to silky perfection and stored for up to a week, making it a go-to topping for everything from ribs to turkey sandwiches. Rich in flavor and simple to prepare, this cranberry-infused barbecue sauce will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh or frozen cranberries, water, and brown sugar over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir occasionally and cook until the cranberries start to burst, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper.

Step 4

Stir the mixture well to ensure all the ingredients are fully combined.

Step 5

Simmer the mixture on low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender or transferring to a regular blender, puree the sauce until smooth. Be careful if the sauce is still hot.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed (add more brown sugar for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess).

Step 9

Store the sauce in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite grilled or roasted dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(719.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	611.9

Total Fat 0.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1222.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 122.5g
Protein 1.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91.3mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 485.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.7%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 98.2%