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A bowl of chunky cranberry sauce, inspired by a cranberry applesauce recipe, is garnished with a mint sprig as a wooden spoon scoops some out. Two more bowls of cranberry sauce are partially visible in the background.

Cranberry Applesauce Recipe

Melissa Griffiths
This Cranberry Applesauce Recipe blends sweet apples and tart cranberries into a vibrant, flavorful sauce that’s perfect for any meal!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 251 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 10 ounces fresh cranberries (one bag)
  • 2 ½ pounds apples (peeled and diced)
  • ½ cup apple juice
  • rind from 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 cinnamon sticks

Instructions
 

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a medium saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer. Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the apples are softened, mashing periodically.
  • Remove the lemon rind and cinnamon sticks.
  • Let cool before serving.

Notes

Use Whole Cinnamon Sticks: Cinnamon sticks provide better flavor than ground cinnamon for this recipe, as they infuse the sauce without making it grainy.
Batch Size: This recipe yields approximately 3-4 cups of sauce, making it perfect for feeding a crowd or having leftovers for the week.
Great for Gift-Giving: Store cooled sauce in mason jars for easy gift-giving during the holiday season, or package in small containers for a thoughtful homemade present.
Storage: Keep refrigerated in airtight jars for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 4 cupsCalories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 417mgFiber: 10gSugar: 49gVitamin A: 201IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 1mg
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