Spirited Cranberry Apricot Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with this luscious Spirited Cranberry Apricot Sauce, a festive twist on the classic cranberry side dish. Bursting with the vibrant tang of fresh cranberries and the sunny sweetness of chopped dried apricots, this crowd-pleasing condiment is simmered with freshly squeezed orange juice, a touch of granulated sugar, and a hint of salt to balance the flavors. A splash of bourbon and fragrant orange zest add a warm, spirited kick, making this sauce truly unforgettable. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for preparing ahead, this dish is the ultimate accompaniment to roasted turkey, ham, or even a cheese platter. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this cranberry apricot sauce is a seasonal essential that’s sure to delight your guests!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 0.25 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water, discarding any that are soft or damaged.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine chopped dried apricots, granulated sugar, orange juice, water, and salt. Stir to combine.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Step 4
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and stir gently. Return the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low.
Step 5
Cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst, and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the bourbon and orange zest. Taste and adjust sweetness, if necessary, by adding extra sugar.
Step 7
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before transferring to a serving dish or storing in an airtight container.
Step 8
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld. The sauce will thicken further as it cools. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (937.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1267.1 |
| Total Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 614.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 314.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 266.8g | |
| Protein 6.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 123.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2068.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories