Delicious Cranberry Pineapple Sauce
Brighten up your holiday table with this zesty and vibrant Cranberry Pineapple Sauce, a unique twist on the classic cranberry dish. Bursting with fresh cranberries, sweet pineapple chunks, and a hint of warm cinnamon, this recipe is perfectly balanced with the tang of orange juice and the aromatic zest of orange peel. In just 25 minutes, you’ll have a versatile sauce that thickens beautifully as it cools, making it an ideal make-ahead side dish. Whether served chilled alongside roasted turkey or spooned over creamy desserts, this easy cranberry pineapple sauce is sure to become a crowd-favorite at your festive gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cool water, discarding any that are soft or shriveled.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, pineapple chunks, granulated sugar, orange juice, water, ground cinnamon, and orange zest.
Step 3
Stir the mixture well and place the saucepan over medium heat.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Step 5
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6
Use the back of a spoon to gently mash some of the cranberries and pineapple chunks for a more uniform texture if desired, or leave it chunky for a rustic feel.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cranberry pineapple sauce to cool to room temperature.
Step 8
The sauce will thicken further as it cools. Transfer it to a serving bowl or airtight container.
Step 9
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Step 10
Serve cold or at room temperature as a side dish to your holiday feast or as a topping for desserts like cheesecake or ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1033.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 966.9 |
| Total Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 13.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 251.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 209.8g | |
| Protein 4.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 96.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 898.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories