Lemon Ginger Cranberry Applesauce

Lemon Ginger Cranberry Applesauce
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    12

Brighten up your holiday table with this vibrant cranberry sauce! The tangy lemonade concentrate and spicy ginger perfectly complement the tart cranberries and sweet apples, creating a symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. This sauce is not just for Thanksgiving – enjoy it year-round as a delightful topping for turkey, pork, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Sodium
    26 mg
  • Sugar
    27 g
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
2 mins

In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, diced apples, water, sugar, and lemonade concentrate. (2 minutes)

02

Step
5 mins

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)

03

Step
1 mins

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the grated fresh ginger and salt. (1 minute)

04

Step
20 mins

Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the apples are tender and slightly softened. This should take approximately 20 minutes.

05

Step
1 mins

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cranberry applesauce cool slightly before transferring it to a container.

06

Step
2 hrs

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken. (2 hours)

For a deeper ginger flavor, add the grated ginger at the beginning of the cooking process.
A pinch of lemon zest can be added for a more pronounced citrus aroma.
Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking, depending on the tartness of the cranberries and apples.
This sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Try adding a splash of orange juice or a tablespoon of orange liqueur for an extra layer of flavor.

Lupe Metz

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Clara Wuckert

    My kids even love this cranberry sauce! That's a win in my book.

  • Adonis Jacobi

    This recipe is a game-changer! The lemonade concentrate adds such a unique and refreshing twist.

  • Nayeli Beier

    I used maple syrup instead of sugar and it was delicious!

  • Bernita Kohler

    So easy to make, and the flavor is incredible. I love the hint of ginger.

  • Kacey Hirthe

    I've made this every Thanksgiving for the past three years. It's always a hit!

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